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HARVARD CLUB OF BOSTON

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Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 12:29 PM

Address
1 FEDERAL ST
Financial District, MA 02110
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
34 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12

Hot and Cold Water

Cold water faucet at cookline hand sink is broken / Repair.

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.

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
• MINOR 05-4-302.12

Food Thermometers Provided

Thermometers missing in drawers / Provide.

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 05.4.302
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Signage missing at bar hand sink / Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 33-5-501.13-.17

Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

Provide covered trash receptacles in Women's room

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 33.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Walls behind equipment soiled / Clean to remove Walls below counters at dish machine soiled / Clean to remove Ceilings and vents with visible dust build up / Clean to remove.

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