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BRUEGGER'S BAGEL BAKERY No. 274

FAIL

Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 5:28 PM

Address
7 SCHOOL ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
50 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

Ice cubes in hand sink at the service line. Use hand sink for hand washing only.

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 16-4-501.11/.15

Dishwashng Facilities

Repair rinse gauge to high temp dish machine. Rinse gauge does not math the tested temperature of the rinse water. Rinse water tested at 180 F.

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 16.4.501
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

Provide a cover for the soiled linen container. Keep all brooms and dust pans 6 inches off the floor when not in use.

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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