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Smoke Shop BBQ

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Friday, March 11, 2022 at 4:38 PM

Address
343 CONGRESS ST
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
50 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.005/5-501.11-C

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Outside trash storage surface with broken voids in pavement and exposed soil. Resurface.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outer Openings Protected (C)

On the exterior of the building there were multiple burrows observed. Address provide a permanent solution to the outside burrows. Pest control is now scheduled on a weekly basis addressing current issues. At the time of the re-inspection it was explained that ownership and management were discussing a time frame for which the outside area was to be repaved.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department