Did BETWEEN HOURS pass their Boston health inspection?

BETWEEN HOURS passed their inspection on June 8, 2010.

Where is BETWEEN HOURS located?

BETWEEN HOURS is located at 154 HARVARD AV, Boston, MA.

BETWEEN HOURS

Q: What critical health violations were found at BETWEEN HOURS?

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

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at 5:29 PM

Address

154 HARVARD AV

Allston, MA 02134

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

The hand sink was blocked during the inspection. The owner stated that the unit cooking his lunch had been placed their temporarily and that it was normally stored elsewhere. The unit was moved.

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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