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FENWAY PARK H.M.S. INC.

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Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at 1:16 PM

Address
4 JERSEY ST
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FT
Violations
24 total
⚠️ 5 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
10 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

C-11 - chicken and steak kabobs at 120 degrees F - provide proper hot holding; Stand 6 - hot dogs hot held and served were at 132 degrees F provide proper hot holding of 140 degrees F; LPG - grilled cuban sandwich off grill at 100 degrees F provide proper hot holding of 140 degrees F (additional product temperatures just off of grill were above 140 degrees F) Coke Grill - burger holding at 120 degrees F in steam table provide proper hot holding of 140 degrees F;

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

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL 12-3--301.11

Prevention of Contamination from Hands

C-16 - Employee using bare hands to take temperatures of the hot dogs ensure proper handling of all food products manager discarded.

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.

⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12

Hot and Cold Water

DDD (portable at home plate) - hot water was not available provide hot water/repair

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

C-16 - the hand sink is being used as a cleaning sink restrict the use to hand washing only; VPH (home plate vending) - maintain the hand sink free from obstruction;

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

VPH (home plate vending) - the sanitizer exceeded 400 ppm. provide proper setup; C-7 - sanitizer is setup at 400 ppm provide proper sanitizer levels; PAVC3 - sanitizer above 400 ppm in cloth wiping/storage buckets provide proper sanitizer levels;

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
⚠ MAJOR 30-5-203.14

Cross Connection Back Siphonage Backflow

VPH (home plate vending) - provide a backflow preventer for the hose setup;

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 30.5.203
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Fruit flies were present behind the Guinness Pub treat for flies; LB1 - evidence of fruit flies on wall to walk in and on side of walk in provide extermination report; Commissary - evidence of fruit flies on walls and ceiling in the preparation room area provide extermination report LB2 - evidence of fruit flies on wall in front and rear areas dead flies on shelving over front hand sink clean and provide extermination report;

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

C-11 - the steam table is not maintaining proper hot holding temperatures of 140 degrees or above repair the unit.

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 04.3.501
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

PAV1A - store all paper products 6-inches above the floor; PAVC3 - mazola oil stored under hand sink remove and provide proper storage

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 13-2-304/402.11

Clean Cloths Hair Restraint

PAV1A - provide hair restraints to employees

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 13.2.304
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

B-9/C-9 - no ice scoop at soda fountain provide scoops for each ice well; Bud Roof Deck - resurface worn cutting boards at 3 door reach in; LB4 - the exterior of the ice machine in the rear storage area is soiled clean; Commissary - the interior of the ice units outside of commissary are discolored clean and sanitize

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

B-9/C-9 - repair the gaskets to the two door refrigerator

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 16-4-501.11/.15

Dishwashng Facilities

Stand 5 - the two compartment sink was improperly setup with soap and sanitizer provide proper setup

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 16.4.501
• MINOR 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

PAV1A - provide proper sanitization buckets

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

B-17 C-17 - clean the interior of the bar walk in to remove the mold from the walls the beer lines and the beer resevoirs - clean to remove; PB-12 - clean the interior of the beer cooler to remove water pooling on the bottom; VPH (home plate vending) - clean to remove the soil from the interior of the beer refrigerators;

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

B-9/C-9 - clean the gaskets to the back storage room refrigerator; Coke Grill - clean the dusty portable fan on the wall;

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 24-4-903.11

Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage

PAV1A - Provide proper storage of ice scoop with handle; Bud Roof Deck - provide drain hose to soda gun; PAVC3 - refrigeration racks stored on floor in various locations provide proper storage;

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 24.4.903
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

C-8 - the hand sink is leaking and the hot and cold water are reversed repair; C-7 - the faucet at the hand sink is loose repair; CY1 - ice machine at the rear of stand is 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

Right Field 3P - provide proper paper towel dispenser; Bud Roof Deck - provide paper towels in dispenser; LPG - no soap or paper towels or signage at the hand sink

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
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Nacho 8 - clean the floor to remove ice buildup; Level 2 - Stand 3 - clean the floor area; LB1 - clean the floor to the walk in clean the drain

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
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

LC4A - walls and ceilings are dusty above the food service areas clean

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
• MINOR 38-6-303.11

Inadequate Lighting

L-5/C-3 - replace the burned out lights at the stand; Level 2 - Stand 3 - replace burned out light at the 2 door freezer

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 38.6.303
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

Coke Bar - clean and organize the storage room

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 42.6.501
• MINOR 44-903.11

Proper storage of clean linen

Level 2 - Stand 3 - provide proper storage of employee clothing

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 44.903.11
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