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Rock City Pizza

FAIL

Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 4:10 PM

Address
568 CAMBRIDGE ST
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
Facility History
34 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Remove ice buildup on condensor in the walk in freezer. Remove ice buildup from freezer near fryers.

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 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

clean grate at end of pizza oven. Remove buildup of crumbs and other items.. Clean all cooking equipment on the cooking line. Clean exterior of the b ulk food container unde rthe pizza oven.

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 36-6-201.11

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

clean floor area throughout the basement. Clean stairs leading down to the basement. Clean floor area under the 3 bay sink. Clean floor under the microwave oven.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

clean wall axcross from the 3 bay sink. Remove built up food encrustments. Clean light shield to light fixture in the 3 bay sink room. Clean both hoods at service line. Remove grease buildup. Clean wall behind cooking line.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

remove all old furniture and other unecessary items stored in the basment. All remaining items store in a clean organized way.

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 42.6.501
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