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Friday, March 11, 2011 at 3:33 PM

Address
145 HANOVER ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
78 inspections
40 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Properly clean soda gun spigots and holders at main level bar area.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 16-4-501.11/.15
✓ Corrected

Dishwashng Facilities

Properly repair or replace broken temperature gauge on high temp dishwasher at upstairs bar 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 16.4.501
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11
✓ Corrected

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Provide proper handwash signage in ladies employee/public restroom.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department