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THE HILL TAVERN

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Friday, July 8, 2016 at 5:43 PM

Address
228 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
65 inspections
30 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-3-603.11

Consumer Advisories

Disclosure removed from new menus - Must be in compliance with the food code: Example below: Food items are cooked to order or are served raw consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Floor pitted not smooth durable and easily cleanable. Standing water on floor.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department