The Catered Affair @ Bos. Public Library(T.O.)

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
• failed findings3
• critical findings0

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Failed findings

• ⚠️Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
  Inspector note: Only sink in bar area being used as dump sink only. Spoke with PIC reguarding handwash sink placement. Person in charge provided soap and paper towels and removed strainer from sink. Spoke with PIC to ensure sink will be used for handwashing only.
  code 590.005/5-203.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Handwashing Signage (C)
  Inspector note: Back prep hand sink needs proper signage. Provide.
  code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)
  Inspector note: Employee's personal items stored on bar shelf. Corrected on site.
  code 590.007/7-209.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on November 24, 2021: 3 findings appeared for the first time.

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