South Shore Fine Arts Academy

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Sep 10, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   6 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following doors not rodent proofed, 1/4" gap under front main entrance door, exit #2, and exit #12. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at right sink in boys first floor washroom near exit #12. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on light shields, wall, wall vents, etc in prep area and debris on floors along walls and corners of dry storage area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on ceiling above desk in prep area, missing floor tiles and ceiling tiles in second floor boys washroom near storage 200 a. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in pre-k closets 110 and 111. Instructed manager to organize closets and elevate all item off floor to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation fan not operable in lunchroom staff washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

2. Sep 4, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Observed rust on the can opener blade at the prep table in the kitchen; instructed to replace if not cleanable.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the faucet in the boys washroom on the first floor leaking at the first sink when the water is turned on; instructed to repair. Observed the hot water knob in room 124 in poor repair; instructed to repair or replace. Corrected on site. Observed the toilet in the kitchen staff washroom leaking at the base of the toilet bowl attached to the handle for flushing leaking when toilet is flushed; instructed to repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

3. Sep 21, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted and stored on floor in storage areas. Instructed manager to invert and elevate all single service articles off floor.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

4. Sep 16, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed faucets in the student washrooms not staying on the required running time of 15 seconds; must make adjustments where needed.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed various faucets in student washrooms leaking around the base of the faucet when water running; must correct.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5. Sep 22, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the middle sink in the boys washroom (1st floor) near lunchroom leaking at the faucet; repair leak. Observed various sinks in other student washrooms where faucets are in poor repair; repair faucets where needed. All washrooms have sufficient working sinks.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

6. Sep 11, 2020 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must provide a covered receptacle for staff's restroom used by female employees.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

7. Mar 15, 2019 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Repair/reseal loose rubber gasket on door of 2-dr refrigerator located in dry food storage area.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Mop sink on 2nd floor with slow drain, must repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing ceiling tiles at ceiling in lunchroom, electrical closet and boiler room. Must repair/replace damaged/missing ceiling tiles.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Apr 17, 2018 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

     Inspector’s note: Remove dust buildup on back of cooking equipment in prep area. Clean interior of salad bar station in serving area.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

     Inspector’s note: Repair dryer in all boys first floor washrooms.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

     Inspector’s note: Provide hot water at left sink in girls first floor washroom near gym and sinks in room 124 and 125. Provide running water at right sink in boys and girls second floor washroom near lounge, middle sink in boys washroom near 200a. Increase water pressure at middle sink in boys first floor washroom near main entrance.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

     Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in kitchen paper storage area and storage closet in room 124.

9. Jan 30, 2017 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

10. Apr 25, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the exterior rear of the stove, ovens and hot holding units. Remove all dust build up.

11. May 12, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gaskets on 2- door reach in cooler in dry food storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up at pre-k cubbies and shelving units.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean floor in kitchen staff toiletroom under lockers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged wall bases in kitchen,pre-k toiletrooms,thresholds at delivery door and front entry doors.must clean dust from filters at hood.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must remove clutter from corner in lunchroom.

12. Feb 27, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean interior of the front dining area milk cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint in kitchen ceiling over prep table, need to remove and reseal.