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Hard Rock Cafe

PASS

Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 3:02 PM

Address
20 CLINTON ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
52 inspections
22 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 16-4-501.11/.15
✓ Corrected

Dishwashng Facilities

Drain board at dishwashing areas with leaking seams. Seal.

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 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Missing ceiling tiles in employee mens room. Replace. Dry food storage room in back area with open ceiling with exposed HVAC duct work pipes and wires. Install smooth durable non porous easily cleanable ceiling in food storage areas. Outside door with missing door sweep. Replace.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department