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COPLEY PLAZA HOTEL

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at 3:46 PM

Address
138 ST JAMES AV
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
58 inspections
27 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Refrigeration lower 2 door unit observed with broken door.Repair PIC has a work order submitted.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Observed grease buildup behind hot line equipment.Clean to remove. Building maintenance addressing the issue Observed large amout of standing water behind hot line refrigeration unit.Clean to remove. PIC instructed staff to correct/clean during inspection.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department