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Island Creek Oyster Bar

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Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at 6:03 PM

Address
500 COMMONWEALTH AV
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
21 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 01-3-202.18
✓ Corrected

Shellstock ID

Provide missing shell fish tag and keep in accordance with 105CMR590.00 PIC contacted source for missing shell fish tag of 7-12-16

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

No divider between dump sink and food storage/ice bin

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Reach in cooler not operating - Under repair during inspection Technician stated that a small accumulation of ice had developed recently and that the defrost cycle had failed.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 36-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

Floor outside of walk in not smooth durable and easily cleanable

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

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Built up soils on to walls and attachments ceiling and attachments Replace missing wall tiles - Ware washing Chipped & peeling paint on walls - Mop sink room

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