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Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 4:27 PM

Address
105 W FIRST ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
7 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
11 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.11-PF

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Reach in cooler in back area is holding at 51F. Ensure unit holds at below 41F service if necessary. TCS Foods in cooler that just arrived from delivery relocated to working coolers holding at below 41F until holding temperature can be verified to hold below 41F.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.13-PF

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

No irreversible indicator for high temp dish machines. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-501.15-C

(B) Cooling Methods (C)

Establishment is cooling cooked chicken in a deep tightly wrapped container in reach in cooler. Corrected on site using indirect contact with ice and refrigeration.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Cutout in stainless counter top near induction cooker with exposed wood and sharp edges. Seal with cleanable nonporous materials.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-301.13-C

Drain boards (C)

Three compartment sink does not have two drain boards. Unit has shelf for clean equipment storage however lacks soiled equipment storage. PIC to purchase cart to utilize for soiled equipment storage.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

High temp dish machine in back area is in middle of floor space relocate against wall next to three compartment sink.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

Handwashing Signage (C)

Provide signage at handsinks

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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