LAS PALMAS RESTAURANT
PASSFriday, December 13, 2013 at 5:34 PM
Violations Cited
21-3-304.14
Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize
BETWEEN USE - store the wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution- to help kill " germs " on the cloths & help prevent spreading " germs " with contaminated cloths - SET UP seperate buckets of sanitizer for cloths used on RAW food contact sufaces & seperate bucket for cloths used on READY TO EAT food contact surfaces-label the buckets OR use a RED bucket for RAW & a WHITE ( or green ) bucket for READY TO EAT - change the solution at least every 4 hours-
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
23-4-602.13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
CLEAN the inside ( behind door ) of the frialators ( 2 ) of built-up grease / grime -
Why This Matters
INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.
Code Requirements
Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.
Corrective Actions
Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log
37-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
the HOOD / VENT cleaning service tag indicates PASSED DUE for service - PROVIDE service from a company approved by the CITY OF BOSTON FIRE DEPT . ( list given by inspector )
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