Reunion BBQ
FAILThursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:44 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of mice activity in dining room. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Dumpster area with old out of use range pallets wood & debris. Waste oil container found with open door with trash and debris. Remove maintain closed with pest proof lids.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Front door no door sweep back door with holes. Seal with pest proof materials. Several open conditions and voids noted on recent pest report from EcoLab dated 11/11/24. Address at once.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.