Showa Womens Institution
FAILTuesday, January 18, 2011 at 4:23 PM
Violations Cited
35-6-501.111/.115
Insects Rodents Animals
cockroaches (live) noted clean area remove all standing water and provide adeqaute pest control for control.While cockroaches are present Once a week service is recommended.
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
37-6-201.11
Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed
remove black tape at edge oge wall where floor meets wall to provide complete seal and to eliminat standing water and water seepage
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition