La Borinquena Grocery
PASSFriday, October 15, 2021 at 2:10 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Several small flies noted near the whole fruit stand / No extermination services set up / Contact an exterminator ASAP. Fruit stand has been cleared off for cleaning and sanitizing / Provide IPM report on compliance.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Missing/broken tiles throughout floor / Repair
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean