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PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 4:30 PM

Address
201 WASHINGTON ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
10 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Boxes of frozen foods observed on the floor of the walk-in freezer on the second floor. Discontinue and ensure all foods are elevated at least 6 inches off the ground.

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 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floor inside of the walk-in cooler with excess ice build-up. Address defrost and make any necessary repairs.

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