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Lincoln Tavern

PASS

Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 4:05 PM

Address
425 W BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
Facility History
39 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Box of raw shell eggs are stored above raw pork in the walk-in unit- on the cooking line raw chicken is stored directly beside fresh produce relocate as discussed to minimize potential cross - contamination. All other foods in the refrigerated unitd have been stored properly. PIC addressed issue during inspection

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 14-4-202.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Metal scoops without handles are being used to dispense ice behind the bar -Provide proper food grade utensils with handles when dispensing ice and other foods to minimize potential bare hand contact. Black straws at the bar used for self service are unwrapped - Address as discussed

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Resurface visibly soiled grease trap to remove all visible soils

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 32-6-301.11-02.11
✓ Corrected

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Identify all handsinks throughout the entire facility especially behind the bar to properly identify as discussed

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 32-6-501.11-.12/6-202.14
✓ Corrected

Toilet Enclosed Clean

No self closing doors in the basement employee restrooms -Address as discussed

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.

FDA Code: Section 32.6.501
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Clean floors throughout the entire basement as well as under all in place cooking equipment frpm visible food spills stains and soils

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 37-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Segragated room behind the dish machine where the clean pots and pans are being stored - particular areas of the walls have holes and appear to be deteriorating - flaking loose plaster - Provide a clean - smooth - durable and non absorbant surface as discussed

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114
✓ Corrected

Premises Maintained

Remove all clutter and debris from the basement area - Identify the two seperate rooms in the basement as discussed - one is chemical storage as well as being used as a slop sink - the other door is an area where all trash receptacles are being washed and cleaned. Identify as discussed so all staff are aware that no foods or paper supplies shall be stored in these areas

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 42.6.501
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