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ALEX'S PIZZA

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Friday, July 17, 2009 at 6:00 AM

Address
580 DORCHESTER AV
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
Facility History
19 inspections
10 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

1) outside area of building with debris clean to remove 2) area outback with larfe burrow holes pave or cement area and recement the old walkway behind builing where dumpster resides.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

1) hood with heavy grease build up clean to remove (hood clean to be done on 7-5-09 by registered hood cleaning company) paper work / confirmation letter on site

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