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SPORTS GRILLE BOSTON

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Friday, March 19, 2010 at 3:09 PM

Address
132 CANAL ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
35 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

clean out hand sink at main bar and keep sink free of debris.

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
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Do not store anything in customers ice. Bottle of beer observed situated in customers ice bin at main bar. Provide proper protection of customs ice. Service bar ice bin is located right below beer taps. Provide shield to ensure that no excess beer or any foreign matter falls into customers ice. Provide splash gaurds between ice bin and hand sink and between ice bin and utility sink located at main bar

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department