Star Market No. 604
PASSTuesday, August 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Observed rodent droppings on the floor in the bakery area underneath the table and behind the pastery case. Also in the compact room in the corner. Observed lines in the floor near the receiving door. PIC stated they just put those spaces in. Day light is coming through this needs to be corrected. Ensure no daylight is coming through. Observed weeds on the side of the building. Remove all weeds. Observed trash on the ground near the compactor and trash area. Clean to remove all debris. Observed debis under the trash compactor. Clean and Sanitize. Observed stagnant water near the ovens and fryolators. And outside near the trash compactor. Remove all stagnant water.
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.