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Scholars Restaurant

FAIL

Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 4:33 PM

Address
23 SCHOOL ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 4 critical
Facility History
51 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.14

Cooling

Eggs cooked earlier in the day were 60F initially and then 60F after 20 minutes. Provide proper cooling methods and be sure that items cool from 140F to 70F in two hours and then from 70F to 41F in an additional four hours.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-301.12-.15

Adequate Handwashing/Where/When/How

At the onset of the inspection the handsink in the dishroom was blocked with equipment and the one in the back has only hot water. Provide access to handsink so employees can properly wash their hands.

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.

FDA Code: Section 12.2.301
⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12

Hot and Cold Water

The handsink in the back of the kitchen has hot water at both faucets. Repair.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

The handsink in the dishroom was blocked at the start of the insection. Provide access to sinks so employees can wash their hands.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department