Boston Ale House
PASSTuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
In basement along the wall one area did not have a foam installed. I did see a mouse come out and go back in. PIC had people on site that have been doing work on all opens in the location. PIC put traps around the hole and will have it filled with foam or steal that has been use in other areas of the basement.
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
IN basement to the left of the soda shelves I found two traps with mice on them. PIC will need to remove and monitor.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.