Palm Restaurant (1 International Place)
FAILMonday, November 28, 2016 at 3:56 PM
Violations Cited
04-3-501.15/4-301.11
Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods
Diced tomatoes carrrots and onions in pans being stored on ice with a temperature of 52F. Discontinue and ensure all potentially hazardous foods are properly cooled below 41F before being placed out for service.
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.
29-5-201/02.11
Installed and Maintained
Hot water at the hand sink near the dish area with intermittent hot water. There is sufficient hot water at all other sinks in the establishment. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe from the hot water booster draining onto the the kitchen floor. Address and provide proper plumbing for drainage pipe of the hot water booster.
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.
37-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Small self contianed fryer with an expired Hood Tag from 2014. Address and provide up to date tag unless other specified by the City of Boston Fire Department.
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