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Billy's Sub Shop

FAIL

Monday, April 7, 2008 at 2:28 PM

Address
57 BERKELEY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
54 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

American chop suey 125 F. Provide proper hot holding of 140 F 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 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Tuna salad in refrigerator 61F. Provide proper cooling methods to ensure that items chill properly.

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 04.3.501
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

The floors underneath prep tables and under storage racks in the basement are soiled. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

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