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21 ST. AMENDMENT

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Friday, April 1, 2016 at 4:55 PM

Address
150 BOWDOIN ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
Facility History
62 inspections
25 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Panko crumbs being stored on floor near clean equipment storage rack adjacent to dish area. Store all foods elevated atleast 6" off the floor in protected areas.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Heavy buildup of grease and food debri under cookline equipment. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Dry storage for dry food goods in rear hallway with flaking paint. Resurface to maintain smooth durable non porous and easily cleanable. Grease trap cover appears to be rusted with buildup. Clean and resurface. Walls in dish area with food spatters and lined with foil. Remove foil clean walls. Exposed piping open wall next to rear threshold leading to back area. Cover with smooth durable easily cleanable material. Seal opening in wall to prevent harborage.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 38-6-202.11
✓ Corrected

Fixture's not properly shielded

Light fixture above cookline missing bulb and shield. Repair.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 38.6.202
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