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BILLY'S TEXAS B.B.Q.

PASS

Friday, November 20, 2015 at 5:31 PM

Address
530 WASHINGTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
68 inspections
27 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Pipe under the hand sink in the restroom leaking. Address and make all of the necessary repairs. Draingae tube not connected inside of the 2 door deli style cooler. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Hood and Venilation tags with a past expiration date of Oct. 2015. Provide up to date Tags prior to the re-inspection being conducted. Referral being made to the City of Boston Fire Department for expired tags.

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