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Bus Stop Pub

FAIL

Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 7:20 PM

Address
252 WESTERN AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
27 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

No one on site with a current Food Saftey Certificate. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in some form of Food Saftey course for the re-inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

• MINOR 06-3-501.13
✓ Corrected

PHF's Properly Thawed

Frozen pork loin observed being defrosted at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.

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 06.3.501
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

No test kit on site for sanitizing bucket. Provide.

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 17.4.302
• MINOR 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide proper sanitizing solution for all wiping cloths.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Soap dispensor at hand sink in kitchen not operating propely. Address and ensure dispensor is operating.

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
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Dumpster with lid left open. Discontinue and ensure lid remains closed in between uses to limit any rodent activity.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Evidence of small portion of floor sagging near 2 door True refrigerator. Address and repair if necessary.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 42-5-203.13
✓ Corrected

Mop Sink not Provided

PIC stated dirty mop water is being disposed of in single bay dump sink next to dishwasher. Discontinue and dispose of dirty mop water into appoved mop sink in basement area.

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 42.5.203
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