Rosa Mexicano
FAILTuesday, November 14, 2023 at 4:38 PM
Violations Cited
590.007/7-206.13-P
Tracking Powders Pest Control and Monitoring (P)
Trackin powder being used in PVC pipes in dining area and kitchen. Discontinue. Non toxic powders only.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
No evidence of pests; Seal all openings; Remove harborage; Professional treatment when needed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of mice activity in both dining room and kitchen with what appears to be mice droppings under and around booth seating mice droppings behind cookline equipment and in walkin cooler on floor to the right. Inside kitchen storage closet. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection. PIC directed staff to begin cleaning of affected areas. Increase pest control visits as necessary.
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)
Clean underneath kitchen equipment and waitstation area of all standing water and debris. Thoroughly clean floors under equipment and expedite area of all visible soils. Remove standing water under equipment scrub dish cart of all visible soils. Walkin cooler floor with buildup of soils. Clean to remove.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Handsink drain is leaking. Repair.
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)
Revolving door with gaps in door sweeps and weather stripping hole in baseboard with gnaw marks and hairs outside walkin. Treat and seal all affected areas with pest proof materials. Repeat.
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.