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FLAMES RESTAURANT III INC.

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Friday, November 1, 2019 at 2:29 PM

Address
469 BLUE HILL AV
Dorchester, MA 02121
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
78 inspections
37 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Replace missing floor tiles below ware washing sink.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C
✓ Corrected

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Ceiling light shield covers soiled near ware washing and prep area.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Pest proof bottom of side exit door.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

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