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Dining Hall @Emerson

FAIL

Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 5:07 PM

Address
122 BOYLSTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
30 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Interior panel of ice machine observed soiled.Clean to remove soils.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Provide label on bulk flour bin.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 19-4-501.18-.110

Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.

High temp dish machine wash 110F/rinse 155F.Repair. Maintain wash 150F minimum/Rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions. PIC contacting facilities. PIC to use alternate machine/3 bay sink to wash all wares until repairs are complete.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 19.4.501
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Prep sink fixture leaking.Repair

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 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Pap[er towels missing from "3" handwash stations.Provide Discussed handwashing procedures with PIC

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department