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The Skating Club of Boston

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Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 5:11 PM

Address
1240 SOLDIERS FIELD RD
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
21 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-204/05.11

Location Accessible

Hand sink in kitchen obsreved being blocked by Dry goods storage rack. Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks are accessible.

Why This Matters

FORCED NON-COMPLIANCE: Blocked sinks force employees to skip handwashing. Studies show 89% compliance when sinks accessible vs 35% when blocked. Each skipped handwash potentially contaminates multiple food items. Inaccessible sinks contributed to Hepatitis A outbreak affecting 660 people.

Code Requirements

Handwashing sinks must be: Accessible at ALL times; Used ONLY for handwashing; Located within 25 feet of food prep; Clear of all equipment and supplies; Never used for food prep, dishwashing, or chemical disposal; Minimum one sink per 5 workers during peak times.

Corrective Actions

Clear ALL handwashing sinks immediately; Post 'Handwashing Only' signs; Relocate any blocking equipment; Provide alternative sinks for other uses; Train staff on sink designation; Monitor hourly for compliance

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005(D) | FDA Code: Section 5-204.11, 5-205.11
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

No one on site a current Food Allergy Certificate. Provide.

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 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Cooked beef observed being left out at room temperature to be cooled down. Temperature at the time of the inspection was at 64F. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place.

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 04.3.501
• MINOR 21-3-304.14

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Dicontinue and provide proper sanitizing solution.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department