Did Spangler Student Center Coffee Bar pass their Boston health inspection?

Spangler Student Center Coffee Bar passed their inspection on October 12, 2023.

Where is Spangler Student Center Coffee Bar located?

Spangler Student Center Coffee Bar is located at 117 WESTERN AV, Boston, MA.

Spangler Student Center Coffee Bar

Q: What critical health violations were found at Spangler Student Center Coffee Bar?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

PASS

Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 4:23 PM

Address

117 WESTERN AV

Allston, MA 02163

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Danish that contains spinach/feta ham/cheese leek/parmesan held in ambient temperatures at 70F Provide information from manufacturer for holding information and if product can be held in ambient temperatures or if its a refrigerated product

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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