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FLAMES RESTAURANT

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Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 6:54 PM

Address
663 MORTON ST
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
80 inspections
35 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Knowledge

No serve safe person or site. Provide certified person in charge and post with health permit.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Exposed corner pieces and broken plaster along left wall before the two stand up refrigerators. Repair to keep from flaking plaster.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Clean floor underneath two refrigerator units from old food soils.

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
✓ Corrected

Inadequate Lighting

Flickering lights throughout business Repair or replace broken lights in the ceiling.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department