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Bailey & Sage

FAIL

Monday, January 23, 2012 at 4:49 PM

Address
103 STATE ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
41 inspections
21 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

The chicken in the hot holding unit is 120F. Provide proper hot holding of 140F or above.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
• MINOR 10-3-304.12

Food Utensil Storage

The pizza cutters are stored in sanitizer buckets. Store utensils properly.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 10.3.304
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

The cutting boards are heavily scored. Resurface or replace.

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

The bathroom vent is dusty. Clean to remove. The hood sticker needs to be updated.

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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