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Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 5:22 PM

Address
144 TREMONT ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
17 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

Quats sanitizer in 3rd bay of 3 bay sink reading over 400ppm+ ensure 200ppm - 400ppm of Quats sanitizer per manufacturers instructions (manager added water to read between 300ppm -400ppm at time of inspection. manager to monitor sanitizer criteria)

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

oven exhaust hood with dust build up clean to remove

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 38-6-303.11

Inadequate Lighting

2 lights at oven area not operating repair

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 38.6.303
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department