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FAILTuesday, December 12, 2023 at 9:29 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Handsink on the cookline not operating. Repair and provide a licensed plumbers report to isdhealth@boston.gov. All handsinks should be operational at all times.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Observed several plastic bottles on the cookline with no labels to identify product. Discontinue and provide proper labeling.
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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)
Hood sticker exp 10/23. Provide updated inspection sticker. If Hood is not inspected prior to reinspection date provide proof of scheduled inspection.
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.
590.004/4-601.11-C
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Heavy food soils and debris in the interior and exterior of all refrigeration and freezer equipment. Clean to remove. Observed rodent droppings on the meat slicer. Clean to remove. Heavy soils on exterior of ice machine. Clean to remove
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.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Observed rodent droppings on the meat slicer. Assure all equipment is cleaned and sanitized properly. Continue to monitor rodent activity and address as needed.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Heavy soils and debris located inside the handsink on the cookline. Clean to remove
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
L1
Allergen certificate exp 11/22. Provide updated allergen and post.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements