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Truffles-Fine Confections

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Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at 6:44 PM

Address
800 BOYLSTON ST
Boston, MA 02199
Category
RF
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
18 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11

PIC Performing Duties

PIC on site not ensuring proper compliance with requirements of food Codes. Staff on site state" We just got a big order.... "Please have a PIC on site at at times (busy or slow) who is knowledgeable about Code requirements and who is ensuing Compliance.

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
• MINOR 16-4-501.11/.15

Dishwashng Facilities

3 Bay sink not properly maintained. Multiple items stored in 3 Bay Sink.Ensure staff on site are proficient in the proper methods of warewashing.

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 24-4-903.11

Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage

Equipment for Food Service use Stored in restroom. Items include Bags Boxes used for storage of Food products as well as pots and pans. Remove all items from restroom. Ownership has been repeatedly told about this issue. Failure to comply may result in Administrative Action against establishment.

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 24.4.903
• MINOR 32-6-501.11-.12/6-202.14

Toilet Enclosed Clean

Staff personal items stored in restroom. (Jackets and hats etc.)

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 32.6.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department