Raphael Caribbean Cuisine
PASSThursday, September 12, 2019 at 7:04 PM
Address
487 WASHINGTON ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
43 inspections
22 failures
Violations Cited
⚠ MAJOR
✓ Corrected
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evdince of fruit fly activity noted in the main kitchen area and basement storage area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
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.
Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6