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T.J. SCALLYWAGGLE'S

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Thursday, April 30, 2009 at 5:14 PM

Address
487 CAMBRIDGE ST
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
9 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Floors

clean floor under behind and between all equipment and shelves through-out counter/pizza oven areas and prep/warewashing areas

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
• MINOR 38-6-202.11

Fixture's not properly shielded

provide a protective light shield for light in walk-in

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 38.6.202
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114
✓ Corrected

Premises Maintained

remove all un-necessary articles from rear of bldg. through-out remove all un-necessary articles from basement area through-out

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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