Can a restaurant be shut down for roaches?
Because of the potential for food contamination, cockroaches can have significant repercussions from a food safety standpoint, as well as an economic and brand impact. A single sighting of this pest can be cause for a restaurant to be shut down by the agents of the Veterinary Service or from Fraud Control.
Is it normal for a restaurant to have roaches?
Cockroaches are looking for food, shelter and water. Restaurants offer an abundance of all these things. From moisture that collects from steam or cleaning habits, to food particles that accumulate in drains, under the counters or behind equipment, cockroaches really have all they need in a restaurant.
What is the fastest way to get rid of roaches?
How can I get rid of roaches fast? The best way to get rid of roaches fast is to sanitize your home, eliminate hiding spots and stagnant water, store food in airtight containers, and use glue strips, bait, boric acid, or liquid concentrates.
Will roaches go away on their own?
Cockroaches are nocturnal insects that survive on garbage, waste, and leaky pipes and septic systems. They leave oily droppings wherever they go, leaving bacteria, odors, and stains behind. Here’s why it’s nearly impossible for a cockroach infestation to go away on its own.
What happens if a restaurant has roaches?
Cockroaches will lead to a decline in customers. Cockroach sightings by customers may also prompt litigation. Even if a customer does not get sick from cockroaches in your restaurant, they can still bring a lawsuit if a roach problem isn’t promptly addressed. Roaches are dangerous in that they cause illness.
What do I do if I see a roach in a restaurant?
If you notice anything in a restaurant you think could impact food safety, call health inspectors at (714) 433-6000. Or you can submit an online complaint. In the case of Cabo Cantina, the caller was anonymous.
What to do if you find a cockroach in your food?
If you suspect roaches have been in your food, throw out any food in the container. Dispose of any other food that the roach may have landed on. Eating this food accidentally may not make you sick right away.
Do all restaurants have bugs?
Almost all restaurants have food stored on the premises, which can be a big attractor for stored product pests, such as moths, weevils, beetles and others.