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ROBIN'S CANDY

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Thursday, May 22, 2014 at 2:49 PM

Address
253 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
RF
Violations
5 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
7 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Three compartment sink not clean to sight and touch. Clean properly.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Bulk candy supply stored in retail area throughout the store. Store bulk food items away from access by the public.

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 10-4.302.11
✓ Corrected

Food Utensil Storage

Discontinue use of gloves in open container that can be contaminated by multiple users at the candy jar area. Provide proper utensils to reduce risk of contamination.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 10.4.302
• MINOR 24-4-904.11AB
✓ Corrected

Improper Storage of Re-usable Utensils

Remove the candy jars stored on the floor below the hand sink. Store properly to avoid the risk of contamination.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 24.4.904
• MINOR 25-4-904.11
✓ Corrected

Single Service Articles Stored Dispensed

Single use packaging stored next to the mop sink. Store properly to avoid contamination.

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 25.4.904
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department