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Brighams & Womens Hospital - Tower Cafe

FAIL

Monday, October 19, 2009 at 3:32 PM

Address
75 FRANCIS ST
Fenway, MA 02115
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
95 inspections
36 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Provide proper hot holding temperature to all PHF's. Calzone -125F.

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
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Properly remove all evidence of dead cockroaches in light shields in dishroom area. Properly remove all evidence of live fruit flies at salad bar area and salad prep area.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Properly label all food containers in pizza station area. (Flour)

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 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Provide proper paper towels for hand sink at deli area.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
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