Mehak Restaurant
PASSWednesday, September 15, 2021 at 6:38 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed large amount of rodent like droppings at stairs leading to basement area and near the walls and floors at cooking line/prep area. Provide a current IPM report from a licensed exterminator and clean/remove all the droppings.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Interior and exterior of several refrigerating units very soiled. Clean properly Exterior of equipment at the cooking line and exterior of grease trap very soiled. Clean properly. Shelves and counters ( including immediste walls) at prep area/cooking line very soiled. Clean all properly.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Floor at lower level very soiled and with accumulated stagnant water. Clean properly and remove water. Floor at the prep area under three bay sink under and around cooking line around mop sink very soiled. Clean all properly.
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