Monica's Mercato
FAILTuesday, November 29, 2022 at 5:34 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Small rodent droppings noted on floor near the sandwich station. Remove and ensure employees are checking floors daily and removing droppings as they are being seen. Eco lab provides monhtly exterminations last service on 11/23/2022 and are actively treating for mice. Move exterminations to weekly indefinately.
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.