Beth Israel Deaconess in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/07/23

BOSTON, MA - Health inspectors documented violations at Beth Israel Deaconess during a routine inspection conducted on 04/07/2023.

Located at 330 BROOKLINE AV in the Longwood Medical Area area, the establishment serves the local community. The Longwood Medical Area neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned equipment operation. Inspectors documented: (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C). Malfunctioning refrigeration equipment can allow foods to enter the danger zone.

The second violation related to pest management. Inspectors documented: Controlling Pests (C). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The third violation concerned pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

The fourth violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/07/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.