Brighams & Womens Hospital - Tower Cafe
PASSMonday, July 15, 2024 at 3:16 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
What appears to be mice droppings on window sills in dining room on baseboard heaters under & behind pizza station flip top cooler under deli station service line behind cookline at grill area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Clean under around and behind equipment of all visible soils and droppings. Provide an updated integreated pest management report at once.
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)
Ceiling tile above pizza station with what appears to be gnaw marks. Repair and seal with pest proof materials. Ensure pest control is treating above drop ceiling. Some gaps observed around baseboard heaters in dining room. Seal with pest proof materials.
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.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Floors under and behind equipment in grill pizza & deli areas are not being cleaned with the proper frequency due apparent droppings and soils. Develop cleaning schedules to address.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.