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Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at 7:51 PM

Address
172 BRIGHTON AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

The owner on record of the establishment is selling the business and the new owner is in the process of buying the establishment. Provide proof of ownership. The menu of the establishment has changed and they arenow cooking and hot holding Jamaican food. The employees were unfamiliar with hot holding and reheating temperatures for the new menu items. Train employees to properly hot hold and reheat items.

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 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

The hood vent needs some repairs. Provide necessary repairs.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department