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Friday, February 22, 2013 at 5:17 PM

Address
1305 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FT
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
39 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Hold holding duck 93F pork ribs 99F and boneless 107F. PIC stated that rib have been in hot holding for about a hour. PIC removed and reheated. PIC needs to monitor hot holding temperatures.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL 12-3--301.11

Prevention of Contamination from Hands

Witnessed staff not washing hands after using cell phone and taking off gloves to set up three bay sink. PIC needs to review with staff when to wash hands. Sink was dry when can into location.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

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

• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Bulk food containers not labeled. Provide labels.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 10-3-304.12

Food Utensil Storage

Knife used to cut ribs stored in box with to go packages. Discontinue and store on a clean durable surface.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 10.3.304
• MINOR 16-4-301.12

Three Compartment Sink

Do not let soiled pot and pans pile up in wash and rinse bay of three bay sink. Provide a shelf

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 16.4.301
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Shelf next to prep table soiled with dried on food. Clean Exterior of bulk food containers soiled. Clean

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Walls and ceiling in walk in soiled with grime. Clean Walls behind prep sink and prep table soiled with grime . Clean

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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