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El Pelon

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 3:45 PM

Address
2193 COMMONWEALTH AV
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
Facility History
40 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 10-3-304.12

Food Utensil Storage

Discontinue the storage of knives between the equipment and/or the equipment and the splash guard to the hand sink. The surfaces that the knife blade contacts are not routinely cleaned and sanitized. The knife was removed.

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
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Repair the wall along the right side of the stairs. The cement plaster has been damaged and should be prepared to eliminate a potential access point for pests.

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