Did FIG'S pass their Boston health inspection?

FIG'S FAILED their Boston health inspection on January 21, 2025 with 10 violations including 3 critical violations.

What critical health violations were found at FIG'S?

Critical violation: Cleaning Procedure (P). This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Where is FIG'S located?

FIG'S is located at 42 CHARLES ST, Boston, MA.

FIG'S

FAIL

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM

Address

42 CHARLES ST

Beacon Hill, MA 02108

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.12-P

✓ Corrected

Cleaning Procedure (P)

Staff preparing foods with handsinks obstructed and without soap with no evidence of handwashing. Corrected on site. Retrain staff.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Cooked meat 50F made within past two hours placed on ice to cool indirectly. COS

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-501.114-P

✓ Corrected

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Low temp dish machine with no presence of chlorine when tested. Make all necessary repairs. Alternative means to sanitize equipment in three bay sink with chlorine sanitizer in place.

Why This Matters

INEFFECTIVE SANITIZATION: Below 50ppm chlorine or 200ppm quat, bacteria survive on 'clean' dishes. Above 200ppm chlorine leaves toxic residue causing chemical burns, nausea. 70% of restaurant outbreaks linked to improper sanitization.

Code Requirements

Maintain sanitizer at: Chlorine 50-100ppm, Quaternary Ammonium 200-400ppm, Iodine 12.5-25ppm. Test every 2 hours with test strips. Change solution when cloudy/dirty. Train all staff on mixing procedures.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

✓ Corrected

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF

✓ Corrected

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

No handsoap at handsinks. COS

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

✓ Corrected

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

No paper towels at handsinks. COS.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Walk in cooler is still inoperable. Repair. All other refrigeration is holding at below 41F including reach in coolers in basement. From 8/3/24 re-inspection: ":Walk in cooler is not operating at this time. PIC was able to provide proof of shipping date of 8.13.24 for parts required for repair. PIC has been directed to notify the area inspector when the repair is completed to confirm operating properly before it can be utilized. " SD

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Deep clean floors under pizza oven bar and kitchen equipment througout of visible soils.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Missing grout in several areas of kitchen floors. Clean & repair.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR L1

✓ Corrected

2025 Health permit with outstanding fees. Contact isdhealth@boston.gov to pay at once.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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FIG'S

Violations Cited

Cleaning Procedure (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

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