Adams Fish Mkt
FAILTuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
1 live mouse seen during inspection in back room under stainless steel prep table / Exterminations are done monthly unclear on the company. No IPM reports on site. / Contact exterminator for service
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Back door off of prep room with large opening at bottom of door / Repair and ensure weather stripping blocks out all light from the outside
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.