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Red Barn Coffee Roasters

FAIL

Monday, May 18, 2009 at 2:59 PM

Address
350 LONGWOOD AV
Fenway, MA 02115
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
52 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

Do Not block access to hind sink in food service area .

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Do not store plastic water containers in Common drinking ice machine.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department