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PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 6:08 PM

Address
1727 CENTRE ST
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
Facility History
11 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Provide separation between the hand washing sink and the pizza prep unit to reduce risk of contamination from splash of water or soap when food service employees are washing hands and top of 3 door unit is open. Install plexiglass or sheet metal separator at right side of 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 15.4.202
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Repair floor tiles which are cracked or broken to provide clean durable non-porous surface. Comment: Diamond plate piece of sheet metal may provide more protection to tiles where dollies and 2 wheelers are causing breakage at entrance to walk in.

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