Did Starbucks Coffee No. 822 pass their Boston health inspection?

Starbucks Coffee No. 822 FAILED their Boston health inspection on February 4, 2008 with 1 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Starbucks Coffee No. 822 located?

Starbucks Coffee No. 822 is located at 435 STUART ST ST, Boston, MA.

Starbucks Coffee No. 822

Q: What critical health violations were found at Starbucks Coffee No. 822?

Critical violation: Location Accessible. 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.

FAIL

Monday, February 4, 2008 at 3:04 PM

Address

435 STUART ST ST

Back Bay, MA 02116

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

Handsink at warewashing area blocked by wire storage rack and employee garments.Remove.

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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