Other Side Cafe
PASSWednesday, August 6, 2008 at 4:04 PM
Violations Cited
35-6-501.111/.115
Insects Rodents Animals
Temporarily increase frequency of extermination to address pests observed on stairs to basement and beneath equipment in basement. Evidence of pests was not observed in food service or storage areas. During a reinspection completed on 7-16-08 a juvenile mouse was observed in the basement and droppings were observed around the mop storage area. Provide a written Integrated Pest Management Report for BISD to review proof of contract with a professional pest control service and a copy of extermination report dated between July 16 2008 and July 23 2008. Staff should not be providing pest control duties.
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.
Code Requirements
Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.
Corrective Actions
Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency