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21 ST. AMENDMENT

FAIL

Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 2:20 PM

Address
150 BOWDOIN ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
62 inspections
25 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Hot and Cold Water

Pipe burst on second floor. Business without hot and cold running water. Plumbers on site making neccessary repairs. Business has voluntarilly closed. Provide detailed plumbers report specifying repairs made to water line.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Ceiling broken adjacent to kitchen entrance way and water damaged. Make neccessary repairs.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department