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PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 3:55 PM

Address
44 CHARLES ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
112 inspections
54 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Rust on wire shelving Rust on bottom shelves of prep table etc. Chipped and peeling paint on interior of refrigeration units Rust and peeling paint on exterior of chest type freezers Rust and peeling paint on shelving in walk in unit Replace all broken and missing door gaskets (refrigeration units) 1 door refrigeration unit on line 45 F (food removed and refrigeration company called)

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 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floor throughout basement storages and walk in refrigerator not smooth durable and easily cleanable Stairs to basement - peeling chipped worn paint covering lifting

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department