TAVITAS SOUTH STATION
PASSMonday, October 7, 2019 at 2:37 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
1) Droppings found under bench seating in restaurant near kitchen clean to remove 2) Droppings found under hand sink in kitchen area clean to remove
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
1) Debris under benches throught establishnet clean to remove 2) Debris on kitchen floor clean to remove
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