HARVARD CLUB OF BOSTON
FAILWednesday, January 13, 2010 at 5:23 PM
Violations Cited
08-3-302.11/3-304.11
Separation Segregation Cross Contamination
Raw chicken stored over fish in refridge and raw scallops stored over salsa in refridge.
Why This Matters
Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
12-2-401.11-.12
Good Hygienic Practices
Staff eating in dishroom during meal service.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
12-3--301.11
Prevention of Contamination from Hands
Observed staff handling RTE food with bare hands(cold pate).
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
27-5-103.11-.12
Hot and Cold Water
Hot water at handsink and dishwasher too hot.130F+ at handsink and Rinse at dishwasher reached 197F.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
31-5-204/05.11
Location Accessible
Handsink at hotline has utensils in it.That is the designated sink for the hotline and 3bay sink.Provide proper use of.Provide sinage.Handsink at bar has limes and lemons in it.
Why This Matters
FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.
Code Requirements
Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.
Corrective Actions
Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance
41-7-201/04.11
Separation/Sanitizer Criteria
Sanitizer in 3bay sink tested at 300+ppm.Provide proper strength of sanitizer(Too strong is actuall toxic and someone can become ill).
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12
Food Container Labels
Containers throughout not labeled(Flour oil or chemical??).
Why This Matters
Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
29-5-201/02.11
Installed and Maintained
Pipe at sink at bar broken.repair.
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.