HomeMy WebLinkAboutLoft Inspection Report - Inspection - 1140 OSGOOD STREET 12/10/2024 North Andover Health Department
120 Main Street, North Andover MA 01845
Food EstablishmentInspectionReport
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Tel. (978) 688 9540 Fax (978) 688 9542
Email: twolfenden@northandoverma.gov
Name: The Loft Steak and Chop House@ Inspection Date: 12/10/2024 Number of P and PF Violations
Address: 1140 Osgood Street Time In/Out: 01:05 pm /01:30 pm (Items 1 though 29): 0
Phone: 978-686-0026 Permit No.: 52323 Number of Repeat P and PF
Email: Risk Category: 3 HACCP: No Violations(Items 1 though 29): 0
Owner: Jim Dietz Type of Operation: Food Service
Person-in-charge: Michael Saal Type of Inspection: Re-inspection Previous Inspection Date: 11/19/2024
Inspector: T.Adell Date of Re-Inspection:
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
in =in complaince Out =out compliance n/o =not observed n/a =not applicable COS =corrected on-site r =repeat violation
Compliance Status IN OUT N/A N/O COS R Compliance Status IN OUT N/A N/O COS R
Supervision Protection from Contamination
1 Person-I n-Charge present, In 15 Food separated and protected In
demonstrates knowledge, and 16 Food contact surface; cleaned Out
performs duties and sanitized
2 Certified Food Protection Manager In 17 Proper disposition of returned, In
Employee Health previously served, reconditioned
3 Management, food employee and In and unsafe food
conditional employee; Knowledge, Time/Temperature Control for Safety
responsibilities, and reporting 18 Proper cooking time &temperature n/o
4 Proper use of restriction and exclusion In 19 Proper reheating procedures for hot n/o
5 Procedures for responding to vomiting In holding
and diarrheal events 20 Proper cooling time and temperature n/o
Good Hygienic Practices 21 Proper hot holding temperature
6 Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or In 22 Proper cold holding temperature In
tobacco use 23 Proper date marking and disposition In
7 No discharges from eyes, nose and In 24 Time as a Public Health Control n/a
mouth Consumer Advisory
Preventing Contamination by Hands 25 Consumer advisory provided for raw/ In
8 Hands clean and properly washed In under cooked food
9 No bare hand contact with RTE food In Requirements for Highly Susceptble Populations
10 Adequate handwashing sinks properly 26 Pasteurized foods used; prohibited n/a
supplied and accessible foods not offered
Approved Source Food/Color Additives and Toxic Substances
11 Food obtained from source In 27 Food additives; approved and n/a
12 Food received at proper temperature n/o properly used
13 Food received in good condition, safe, In 28 Toxic substances properly identified, In
and unadulterated stored and used
14 Required records available, shellstock n/a Conformance with Approved Procedures
tags, parasite destruction 29 Compliance with variance/ n/a
OFFICIAL ORDER FOR CORRECTION: Based on an inspection specialized process/HACCP plan
today,the items marked"OUT"indicated violations to 105 CMR 590.000 and applicable sections of 2013 FDA Food Code.This report,when signed
below by a Board of Health member or its agent constitutes an order of the Board of Health. Failure to correct violations cited in this report may result in
suspension or revocation of the food establishment permit and cessation of food establishment operations. If you are subject to a notice of suspension,
or non-renewal pursuant to 105 CMR 590.000 you may request a hearing before the board of health in accordance with 105 CMR 590.015(B).
Inspector: Person In Charge:
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Establishment: The Loft Steak and Chop House@ Date: 12/10/2024 Page 2 of 4
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES AND MASSACHUSETTS-ONLY SECTIONS
in =in complaince Out =out compliance n/o =not observed n/a =not applicable COS =corrected on-site r =repeat violation
Compliance Status IN OUT N/A N/O COS R Compliance Status IN OUT N/A N/O COS R
Safe food and Water 48 Warewashing facilities: installed, Out
30 Pasteurized eggs used where n/a maintained, and used; test strips
required 49 Non-food contact surfaces clean
31 Water and ice from approved source Physical Facilities
32 Variance obtained for specialized n/a 50 Hot and cold water available;
processing methods adequate pressure
Food temperature control 51 Plumbing installed; proper
33 Proper cooling methods used; In backflow devices
adequate equipment for 52 Sewage and waste water properly
temperature control disposed
34 Plant food properly cooked for hot n/o 53 Toilet features; properly,
holding constructed supplied,and cleaned
35 Approved thawing methods used n/o 54 Garbage and refuse properly
36 Thermometer provided and accurate disposed; facilities maintained
Food Identification 55 Physical facilities installed,
37 Food properly labeled: original maintained, and clean
container 56 Adequate ventilation and lighting;
Prevention of Food Contamination designated areas used
38 Insects, rodents, and animals not Massachusetts Requirements
present M 1 Anti-choking procedures in food Out
39 Contamination prevented during service establishment
food preparation,storage and M2 Food allergen awareness In
display M3 Caterer
40 Personal cleanliness M4 Mobile Food Operation
41 Wiping cloths: properly used and M5 Temporary Food Establishment
stored M6 Public Market; Farmers Market
42 Washing fruits and vegetables M7 Residential Kitchen; Bed-and-
Proper Use of Utensils Breakfast Operation
43 In-use utensils properly stored M8 Residential Kitchen: Cottage Food
44 Utensils, equipment and linens: Operation
properly stored,dried, and handled M9 School Kitchen; USDA Nutrition
45 Single-use/single-service articles: Program
properly stored and used M 10 Leased Commercial Kitchen
46 Gloves used properly M 11 Innovation Operation
Utensils, Equipment and Vending M12 Frozen Desert
47 Food and non-food contact surfaces Local Requirements
cleanable, properly designed, L1 Local law or regulation
constructed and used L2 COVID-19
L3 Reserved
The Loft Steak and Chop House@ Date: 12/10/2024 Page 3 of 4
Date Verified DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION
Fail Code
Verified 12/10/24 OBSERVATION: Observed hand sink in kitchen without cleanser. PIC to ensure
all hand sinks are supplied with a supply of hand cleaning liquid,
powder, or bar soap.
**RE-INSPECTION** OBSERVED ALL HAND SINKS SUPPLIED WITH HAND CLEANSER.
6-301 .11-Pf REGULATION: Item 10 Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and
accessible -- Handwashing Cleanser, Availability
Verified 12/10/24 OBSERVATION: Observed caramelized onions in steam table at 104°F. Upon
reviewing hot holding requirements, employee began to rapidly reheat
foods. PIC to routinely monitor temperatures with their food thermometer
ensuring TCS foods are maintained at 135°F or above in hot holding.
**RE-INSPECTION** OBSERVED CARAMELIZED ONIONS IN STEAM TABLE AT 173°F.
3-501 .16 (A) (1) -P REGULATION: Item 21 Proper hot holding temperature -- Holding TCS Food, Hot
Verified 12/10/24 OBSERVATION: Observed what appeared to be two dead roaches on the floor
below the kitchen dish machine and what appeared to be one dead roach on
a plastic cover in the basement. Observed what appeared to be one roach
crawling adjacent to covered electrical outlet in basement. PIC provided
most recent pest control report from "Pest End" dating 11/5/2024. Report
states treating for roaches, capturing two mice during service, and
suggesting grease deposits get cleaned. PIC to clean and sanitize
affected areas and continue to work with pest control company to prevent
and eliminate evidence of pest activity.
**RE-INSPECTION** NO EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY OBSERVED.
6-501 .111 REGULATION: Item 38 Insects, rodents, and animals not present -- Pests
Free of
Verified 12/10/24 OBSERVATION: Observed container holding rice in basement with plastic
cover with large cracks present. Cover appears to not be easily cleanable
and not resistant to chipping, distortion, and decomposition. PIC
discarded cover and provided new plastic cover in good repair.
4-101 .11 REGULATION: Item 47 Food and non - food contact surfaces
cleanable,properly designed, constructed and used -- FCS
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair
OBSERVATION: PIC unable to provide chlorine sanitizer test strips. PIC to
supply.
**RE-INSPECTION** PIC UNABLE TO PROVIDE CHLORINE SANITIZER TEST STRIPS,
BUT PROVIDED RECEIPT VERIFYING THEY HAVE BEEN ORDERED AND ARE GOING TO BE
DELIVERED TOMORROW (12/11/24) .
4-302 .14-Pf REGULATION: Item 48 Warewashing facilities installed, maintained, and
used; test strips -- Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
OBSERVATION: Observed ice machine with accumulation of what appears to be
mold in the interior. PIC to fully empty ice machine and clean and
sanitize at a frequency specified by the manufacturer or as frequently
needed to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.
**RE-INSPECTION** OBSERVED ICE MACHINE CLOSEST TO ALCOHOL WALK IN
REFRIGERATOR WITH ACCUMULATION OF WHAT APPEARED TO BE MOLD IN THE
INTERIOR. PIC TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
4-602 .11 REGULATION: Item 16 Food contact surface; cleaned and sanitized -- Ice
Machine Cleaning Frequency
The Loft Steak and Chop House@ Date: 12/10/2024 Page 4 of 4
Date Verified DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION
Fail Code
OBSERVATION: PIC unable to verify an employee on site that is trained in
choke-saving procedures. PIC to ensure there is at least one choke-safe
certified employee on site during the hours food is being served.
**RE-INSPECTION** PIC UNABLE TO VERIFY AN EMPLOYEE ON SITE THAT IS
CHOKE-SAFE CERTIFIED. REVIEWED COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH PIC.
590.111 REGULATION: Item 57 Anti-choking (509.009 [E] ) -- Anti-choking procedures
in food service establishment
Discussion Hood sticker dates 9/4/2024, in compliance.
In Compliance Observed high temperature dish machine achieve a utensil
surface temperature of 169. 8°F via PIC's dish plate thermometer; low
temperature dish machine dispense sanitizer at 100 ppm via inspector's
test strips. Observed cooked mushrooms in steam table at 157°F; hard
boiled eggs in top rail of salad in line refrigerator at 41°F; shredded
lettuce in cabinet of appetizer in line refrigerator at 40°F; crab
stuffing in "Bison" refrigerator at 41°F; shrimp in drawer refrigerator
at 38°F; alfredo sauce held on ice bath at 38°F; hamburger patties in
drawer refrigerator below grill at 39°F; spinach dip in walk in
refrigerator at 40°F.
Closing Violations marked "Verified" have been corrected. Violations not marked
"Verified" remain uncorrected. Uncorrected violations are to be corrected
immediately. Uncorrected violations may result in additional
Re-inspections and fees, fines and or administrative action including
possible suspension of permit. The text in this report is an unofficial
version of the state regulations. Official version of the state
regulations may be found at www.mass.gov/dph/fpp or by contacting the
State House Book Store.