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RIVER STREET GRILL

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Monday, January 12, 2015 at 6:54 PM

Address
73 RIVER ST
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
32 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 12-3--301.11

Prevention of Contamination from Hands

Employee observed wrapping ready to eat ham with bare hands. Discontinue and ensure that there is no bare hand contact with any ready to eat foods.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

Sanitizer in bucket registering well over 100PPM. Discontinue and ensure all staff have been properly trained on how to set up and test sanitizer solution.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Shampoo bottle being used at the hand washing sink near the 3 compartment sink. Disconitnue and provide proper hand washing soap.

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 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Outside dumpster with lid left open. Discontinue and ensure lid remains closed in between uses to help limit any rodent activity.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Hood and ventilation tags with a past expiration date of 10/29/14. Provide up to date tags for the re-inspection date. Referral is being made to 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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department