Boston Harbor Hotel
PASSWednesday, March 3, 2021 at 4:00 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.18-P
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)
There are items in the walk-in cooler that have date marking from more than 7 days earlier. Ready to eat food needs to be used withing 7 days unless it's on the excemption list. Properly date mark all ready to eat foods and make sure they are being disposed properly. (items were discarded by the manager)
Why This Matters
LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.
Code Requirements
Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.
590.006/6-201.13-C
Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
There is some grout missing between the tiles on the pastry room floor. Repair to provide smooth cleanable surface.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
L1
8-304.11 (A) Post the current permit in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. Then result as passed with minors.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements