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Hampshire House Butcher Block

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 6:45 PM

Address
84 BEACON ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
48 inspections
19 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-203.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Shell stock tags observed improperly stored & missing last sold dates.Provide necessary records stored properly & maintained 90 days in chronological order.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.112-PF
✓ Corrected

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

Provide an irreversible thermometer for the high temp dish machines.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-501.114-PF
✓ Corrected

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

Low temp dish machines at 3rd floor kitchen & lower front bar not reading chlorine sanitizer.Repair Maintain sanitizer 50PPM Alternate machines to be used until repairs are completed. Sanitizer at 3 bay sink reading above required PPM.Repair PIC calling service company to adjust automatic dispenser.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-502.11-C
✓ Corrected

(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)

Rinse guage-high temp machine -reading 171F.Repair maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactues instructions Manifold water temp reading 166F using inspectors thermometer. Repair low temp machine temperature guage(not operating)-3rd floor kitchen

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.13-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Clean floors under storage room shelving(3rd floor) & lower front bar to remove evidence of rodent droppings. PIC to address with pest control

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department