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Caffe Nero

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Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 1:05 PM

Address
354 LONGWOOD AV
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
37 inspections
17 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11
✓ Corrected

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

Quats sanitizer from autimated dispenser at above 400ppm. Repair to ensure at 150-400ppm per product specifications. PIC to add water until repairs are made

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Water to automated quats sanitizer dispenser at 137F. Repair to maintain water at 65-75F per manufecturers specifications

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
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Door from front service area to back prep heavily worn with exposed wood- Repair or replace to ensure surface is smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department