Bayview Senior Services Gets Conditional Pass Despite Rodent

Bayviw Hntrs Pt Mlti Snr Srvcs on Yosemite Avenue in Bayview received a conditional pass during its routine health inspection on November 13, allowing the senior services facility to continue operations while addressing pest control violations and structural maintenance issues. Inspectors discovered evidence of rodent activity throughout the kitchen area but determined the violations were correctable without requiring facility closure. The inspection, conducted between 10:45 AM and 11:45 PM, revealed mouse and rat droppings behind cooking equipment, under storage shelves, and near cabinets in the main kitchen area. Despite these findings, health officials classified the facility as conditional rather than failed, indicating management's cooperation in addressing the violations and the non-immediate nature of the health risks.

Inspection Details

Health inspectors documented five total violations during this inspection, including one critical violation related to rodent infestation, two major violations concerning vermin proofing and storage issues, and two minor violations addressing facility maintenance needs. The critical violation requires immediate attention from licensed pest control services to eliminate rodents and clean all affected areas. Inspector notes indicated the facility had been unused for an extended period, contributing to the pest control problems. Accumulated personal items, furniture, and storage boxes throughout the main kitchen created harborage areas for vermin, while structural deficiencies including missing cove base and holes in walls provided entry points for rodents. The inspection report specifically called for sealing all gaps and holes to prevent vermin entry, removing all non-facility items that could harbor pests, and maintaining ongoing pest control monitoring. Management must also provide pest control reports to the health department and ensure proper documentation is maintained on-site.

Compliance Requirements

The facility must address several operational requirements to maintain its conditional status. Management needs to provide a valid food safety manager's certificate, as none was posted during the inspection. Additionally, the facility must submit recent pest control reports to the health department and establish a relationship with licensed pest control services. Structural improvements required include installing approved cove base in the main kitchen area where damage was observed, sealing medium-sized holes found in existing cove base, and removing accumulated clutter that creates pest harborage opportunities. The inspector emphasized the importance of maintaining clean, organized storage areas to prevent future infestations. The senior services facility serves an important role in the Bayview community, located near the T-Third Muni line for accessible transportation. The conditional pass allows continued meal service to senior community members while management works to resolve the identified issues.

Follow-Up Process

Health officials will conduct a follow-up inspection to verify compliance with all violation corrections. The facility must demonstrate effective pest control measures, proper sanitation of affected areas, and completion of required structural repairs before receiving full approval. Management has been provided specific timelines for addressing each violation category. This represents the first recorded inspection for the facility, indicating either new operations or recent reactivation of previously unused kitchen space. The conditional pass demonstrates the health department's commitment to working with community service providers while maintaining food safety standards. The facility can continue serving the senior community during the correction period, ensuring uninterrupted access to meal services for vulnerable community members who depend on these programs for nutritional support.