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Boston House Of Pizza

October 24, 2017 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings13
critical findings3

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Failed findings

Hot Holdingcritical

Inspector note: The sauce on the steam table is 94F. Provide proper reheating of items on the rangetop to 165F and then hot holding of 140F or above.
code 03-3-501.16*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Location Accessiblecritical

Inspector note: There is food debris in the back handwash sink and there is no soap or paper towels at the sink it looks like the sink is being used to wash vegtetables. Handwash sinks need to be used for handwashing only.
code 31-5-204/05.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
PIC Performing Dutiescritical

Inspector note: Employees are unfamiliar with warewashing procedure. Properly train employees.
code M-2-103.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inspector note: The large mixer is encrusted with flour. Clean to remove.
code 22-4-601/602.11** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Insects Rodents Animals

Inspector note: There are large amounts of small flies in the back area. Provide treatment to get rid of the small flies. There are droppings along the edges of the wall. Clean and provide treatment for pests.
code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
PHF's Properly Thawed

Inspector note: Ground beef is thawing at room temperature. Thaw items properly.
code 06-3-501.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Inspector note: They are using pieces of thin plywood to separate the ready to cook pizza crusts. These pieces of wood are splintering in areas and are not smooth cleanable and durable. Replace wood with a material that is commercial food service grade.
code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Inspector note: They are wiping down surfaces with cloths and no sanitizer solution. Provide proper wiping cloth criteria.
code 21-3-304.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Inspector note: The refrigerator exteriors especially handles are soiled with food buildup. Clean to remove.
code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Inspector note: There is no soap or paper towels at the handwash sink in the back area. Provide.
code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

Inspector note: There are flies around the trash. Clean containers and keep covered.
code 33-5-501.13-.17* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Improper Maintenance of Floors

Inspector note: The floors are soiled especially under equipment. Clean to remove. The grease trap is rusted and the area on the floor is soiled. Clean to remove.
code 36-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
premises not properly maintained or cleaned

Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Inspector note: There is dust buildup on the wall and hood above the pizza stove. Clean to remove. The walls and exterior of the walk-in freezer are soiled with food splatters. Clean to remove.
code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on March 28, 2017: 13 findings appeared for the first time.

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