Did Asian B B Q and Grill pass their Boston health inspection?

Asian B B Q and Grill passed their inspection on March 21, 2012.

Where is Asian B B Q and Grill located?

Asian B B Q and Grill is located at 48 WINTER ST, Boston, MA.

Asian B B Q and Grill

Q: What critical health violations were found at Asian B B Q and Grill?

Critical violation: Location Accessible. FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 3:48 PM

Address

48 WINTER ST

Chinatown, MA 02111

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

Discontinue the storage of packages in front of the hand sink. The hand sink must remain accessible during the food service and preparation activities. This issue was addressed during the inspection.

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11

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