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The Barking Crab

May 18, 2021 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings11
critical findings0

Failed findings

Shucked Shellfish Packaging and Identification (Pf)

Inspector note: Ensure previous shellfish I.D. tags are available on site and stored properly as we discussed during inspection
code 590.003/3-202.17-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector note: Provide astricks for the consuler advisory where needed
code 590.003/3-603.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Several in us ecutting boards with deep lacerations - either completely remove or replace
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector note: Ensure all foods are being stored off the floor a minimum of six inches during storage in the walk-in units as well as the kitchen areas Store all fresh produce completely segragated from raw seafood store all raw proteins as discussed during inspection - keep ma copy of I.D. tags with each species of oysters as discussed
code 590.003/3-302.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Set up sanitizing buckets as discussed - one for raw foods and one for ready to eat foods
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Clean all the shelving units inside the refrigerated walk-in unit from rusted areas and visibly soiled shelves
code 590.004/4-101.19-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

Inspector note: Discontinue discarding wiping cloths on top of cutting boards / food contact surfaces and store as discussed
code 590.004/4-901.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Clean floors and walls of the walk -in refrigeration unit all cooking equipment and the inside and exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Aids and Devices Use Restrictions (C)

Inspector note: Remove all old soap dispensewr containers mounted on the walls near and above the hand sinks - they are clearly noy being used and may inhibit employees from using the disposable soap bottles
code 590.006/6-301.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: Clearly identify all hand sink locations as discussed " HAND WASHING ONLY "
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: Clean to remove all loose debris not affiliated with the restaurant in the back bar area not open to the public at this time - PIC stated that she will be re-opening the area back up sometimw in June 2021
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on March 12, 2021: 8 findings appeared for the first time. 3 findings recurred. 6 previous findings did not recur.

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