Family Dollar Stores of MA No. 28063 in ROSLINDALE, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/07/23

ROSLINDALE, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Family Dollar Stores of MA No. 28063 in an inspection dated 04/07/2023.

The facility operates from 20 CORINTH ST in Roslindale, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The second violation concerned thermal management. Inspectors documented: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.

The third violation involved food temperatures. Inspectors documented: Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.

The fourth violation concerned temperature control. Inspectors documented: Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Improper temperature control can lead to bacterial growth including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.

The fifth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The sixth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The seventh violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Frequency-Removal (C). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.

The eighth violation related to hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/07/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.