We would not suggest using bait station rods like the Replacement Bait Rods Kit for B&G Rodent Cafe Station without or outside of a tamper resistant bait station. Bait Stations designed to effectively secure the bait as well as protect the rodent bait from weather elements and from non target animals or kids gaining access to the bait.
If you look at the second image on the B&G Rodent Cafe Bait Station product page, you can see where the variation of Bait Rod placements including where the 4 short straight rods go.