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Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 3:58 PM

Address
310 HARRISON AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
29 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-204.12-P1

Chemicals for Washing Treatment Storage and Processing Fruits and Vegetables Criteria (P)

Vegetable wash at produce area testing at 160ppm recommended to test at 60ppm. Discontinue using vegetable wash and consult manufacturer or technichian for proper calibration.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Hand sink at produce prep out of towels. Supply all hand sinks with towels and soap at all times. Corrected on site.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.16-C

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Sponges observed at warewashing for Specialty and MEat departments. Discontinue using sponges to clean food contact surfaces because of increased chance of pathogen proliferation.

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
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