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Boloco

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Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 2:20 PM

Address
133 FEDERAL ST
Financial District, MA 02110
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
41 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11
✓ Corrected

Location Accessible

Hand sink in the main kitchen area being blocjed by a preparation table. Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks remain accessible.

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
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Container Labels

Several sauce containers with no labels. Provide.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 04-3-501.15/4-301.11
✓ Corrected

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Freshly made guacamole was placed into the deli style unit prior to being cooled and with a temperature of 49F. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling mehtods are in place. Guacamole was removed at the time of the inspection and placed into the walk-in cooler to finish the cooling process. Cooked beans inside of the walk-in refrigerator from the previous day with a temperature of 50F. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place. Beans were removed at the time of the inspection and voluntarily discarded at the time of the inspection.

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 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Walk-in refrigerator with an elevated temperature of approximately 48F. Address and make any necessary repairs. Maintenance was called at the time of the inspection. Discontinue using unless unit is able to maintain a temperature below 41F. Walk-in refrigerator door does not appear to be closing properly. 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 15.4.202
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Pipe under the single preparation sink leaking. 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
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