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The Playwright

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Friday, April 18, 2014 at 7:21 PM

Address
658 E BROADWAY
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FS
Violations
12 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
43 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-101.11

Toxic Items: Original Container

remove painting supplies stored in basement

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 41.7.101
⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-102.11

Labeled Common Name

provide proper labels for all spray bottles containing toxic chemicals.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 41.7.102
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

label al bulk food containers stored in the basement. Clean exterior of containers also.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

do not store anything on top of the ice machine located in the basement. Provide proper storage of food items in the walk in cooler. Do not stack items on top of each other. Do not run soda dispenser holder tubes directly through the customers ice. Reroute tubes directly to drain.

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
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

remove rust buildup from top of grease trap at the dish washing area.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 16-4-301.12

Three Compartment Sink

repair leak to far rigfht bowl of the 3 compartmwent sink

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 16.4.301
• MINOR 17-4-204.112/.115

Equipment Thermometers

provide thermometer for walk in cooler located in the basement.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 17.4.204
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

clean exterior of the ice machine located in the basement. Clean shelving in all walk in coolers. Remove rust buildup on shelves or replace shelves. Clean dirty tubes to chemical dispersion system at the 3 compartment sink.

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

remove unused fryer from storage at the trash area. Keep grounds clean at trash storage area.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 36-6-201.11

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

In the basement near the keg cooler door repair basement floor. Floor surface is crumbling creating an uneven surface filled with loose debris. Repair floor area asround the ice machine. Repair holes in floor and address uneven surface of floor. Remove water buildup from floor area at ice machine in basement. Clean stairs leading up to the basement.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

repair ceiling in basement above slicing machine. Review code requirements for surfaces above a food prep station. Repair walls and ceiling around the ice machine. Walls should be smooth durable and easy to clean. Walls are in a state of disrepair need immediate attention. Replace missing ceiling tiles on ceiling of kitchen. Also replace damaged ceiling tiles. Raeplace damage fight shield covers to light fixtures on ceiling of the kitchen.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

remove all unecessary items stored at the trash area.

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 42.6.501
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