Florida Violation V30: No insects/rodents/animals

Overview

Violation V30 (No insects/rodents/animals) is a Intermediate food safety violation in the Pest Control category with 0 citations in the past 12 months. PEST-BORNE DISEASE: Insects and rodents carry dozens of pathogens.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records and CDC food safety data.

IntermediateSeverity
Pest ControlCategory
0Citations (12 mo)
Codes 29–44Classification

Florida DBPR violation V30 (No insects/rodents/animals) is a intermediate food safety violation classified under Pest Control.

Reference: 61C-4.019(7), FDA Food Code 6-501.111

What the Code Says

V30 — No insects/rodents/animals

Evidence of insects, rodents, or other pests

— Florida Administrative Code 61C-4, FDA Food Code

Why This Matters

PEST-BORNE DISEASE: Insects and rodents carry dozens of pathogens. Cockroaches carry 33 bacteria types, 6 parasites, and 7 human pathogens. Rodents carry 35+ diseases including Salmonella, Hantavirus (38% mortality), and Leptospirosis. Flies transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine.

CDC Risk Factor Classification: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental - CDC Risk Factor #4

The CDC identifies five major contributing factors to foodborne illness outbreaks: food from unsafe sources, inadequate cooking, improper holding temperatures, contaminated equipment, and poor personal hygiene. Source: CDC Contributing Factors

Real-World Impact

In 2019, a Miami restaurant was cited when inspectors found live cockroaches in the dry storage area and rodent droppings near flour bins. The establishment was temporarily closed. Florida DBPR records show pest-related violations are among the most frequent reasons for emergency closures statewide.

Source: CDC — Diseases from Rodents

Code Requirements

Eliminate all evidence of pests. Seal openings (1/4 inch for mice, 1/2 inch for rats). Remove food, water, and harborage sources. Contract with licensed pest control operator. Clean up droppings with bleach solution. Discard all potentially contaminated food. Maintain pest control documentation. Install air curtains, screens, and door sweeps.

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florida food safety violation V30?
Florida DBPR violation V30 (No insects/rodents/animals) is a Intermediate violation in the Pest Control category. Evidence of insects, rodents, or other pests
Why is violation V30 (No insects/rodents/animals) dangerous?
PEST-BORNE DISEASE: Insects and rodents carry dozens of pathogens. Cockroaches carry 33 bacteria types, 6 parasites, and 7 human pathogens. Rodents carry 35+ diseases including Salmonella, Hantavirus (38% mortality), and Leptospirosis. Flies transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. One mouse contaminates 10x more food than it eats through droppings and urine.
What are the requirements to correct violation V30?
Eliminate all evidence of pests. Seal openings (1/4 inch for mice, 1/2 inch for rats). Remove food, water, and harborage sources. Contract with licensed pest control operator. Clean up droppings with bleach solution. Discard all potentially contaminated food. Maintain pest control documentation. Install air curtains, screens, and door sweeps.
What CDC risk factor does violation V30 fall under?
Violation V30 (No insects/rodents/animals) is classified under: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental - CDC Risk Factor #4. The CDC identifies five major risk factors contributing to foodborne illness outbreaks in food service establishments.

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