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Boston Common Coffee Co.

FAIL

Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 4:35 PM

Address
10 HIGH ST
Financial District, MA 02110
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
40 inspections
19 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12

Hot and Cold Water

Hand sink in the prep kitchen has no hot or cold water. Provide hot and cold water under pressure at the hand sink. Employees are using the hand wash sinks in the back kitchen until sink is repaired.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Keep all opened bulk foods in a covered and if needed labeled cRemove all non ice related materials from storageon top of the ice machiene.

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Repaior leaking spray faucet at the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.

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

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Remove food stains and soils from ceiling tiles on ceiling of kitchen area. Also remove dust buildup on ceiling.

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
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

Remove chair in back kitchen with torn seat cushion.

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 42.6.501
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