Rox Diner
FAILThursday, April 3, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Violations Cited
590.007/7-203.11-P
Poisonous or Toxic Material Containers-Container Prohibitions (P)
In basement found out poison bags and poison open in ceiling. Discontinue Properly put out the poison and fill any holes.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
In basement found rodent dropings on top shelf and in ceiling above shelves. Please clean and have pest control come back out.Inspections should be more than each month until problem is taken care of. Traps should be checked each day and reset and baited if needed. 4-3-25 At this time could not find a copy of the pest control report from the last week. Please email me a copy to review before I can pass this 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.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
IN basement found a few bags of coconut with droppings in and around them. PIC will remove.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
PIC will need to clean the shelves in the basement of droppings.
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.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Covering Receptacles (C)
PIC will need to be sure that the dumpster has the lids fully closed and not trash or debris on the ground.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
PIC will need to clean the wall and the floor behind and under the cooking equipment. The floor along the wall in the basement. Around the dishwasher. Door jams going into the kitchen and also peeling. Dust build up around the speakers and camera in dinning room
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
One of the fans in the basement walk in not working and fan cover missing. Walk in is holding food below 40F at this time. 4-3-25 The fan is working in the walk and temperature is in the proper range. PIC stated that the fan cover is on order.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.