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CHILLI DUCK

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Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 3:20 PM

Address
829 BOYLSTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 3 critical
Facility History
33 inspections
16 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.14

Cooling

The coconut soup should be chilled in an ice bath through the danger zone before placing it into refrigeration. The staff should verify that the soup is cooling from 140 F to 70 F in under 2 hours and from 70 F to 41 F within 4 hours.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-301.12-.15

Adequate Handwashing/Where/When/How

Review proper hand washing frequency with the staff stressing the importance of maintaining the hand sinks free from utensils and equipment.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 12.2.301
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

Keep the hand sinks free from utensils so that the staff have ready access to the sinks for hand washing.

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 06-3-501.13

PHF's Properly Thawed

Review proper thawing procedures with staff. The chicken may be thawed in the plastic buckets provided that the buckets are placed within the sink beneath running water.

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 10-3-304.12

Food Utensil Storage

Discontinue the storage of in use utensils within stagnant water.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 10.3.304
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