EMBASSY SUITES BOSTON (FS)
PASSTuesday, June 5, 2018 at 2:39 PM
Violations Cited
03-3-501.16
Hot Holding
Meatballs 77F Baked potatoes 116F / Chef states that items are put into steam bath for 30 minutes before being reheated in the oven before service / Items should be reheated to 165F (for food prepared on site) or 145F (for commercially made products) before being placed into hot holding.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat
37-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Walls near middle hand sink on cookline with visible soils / Clean to remove
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