THE BASEBALL TAVERN
PASSThursday, August 31, 2017 at 6:45 PM
Violations Cited
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
Wait station: Floor under and around ice machine rotted Steps to second floor: Carpet torn Walk in cooler 2nd floor: Floor rusted and in disrepair & floor outside of walk in cooler wooden Bar 2nd floor: Floor wooden Bar 3rd floor: Foor is wooden and has missing and broken floor tiles Basement: Rusted floor in walk in cooler *Floors shall be constructed of smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable materials
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.
Code Requirements
Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.
Corrective Actions
Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas
37-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Dining area: Ceiling in disrepair. 2nd floor dining/bar: Ceiling is in disrepair - tarps hoses (attached to ceiling) and missing ceiling tiles Ladies/Men's room: Stained ceiling tiles and All) Directly outside basement bathroom: Stained ceiling tiles Basement back area: Openings in walls Gap between door and floor in Dining area and basement back door - Pest proof *Walls ceilings and attachments must be constructed smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable.
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