- Critical. (B) Except as specified in Paragraphs (D) and (E) of this section, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food establishment and if the food is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, based on the temperature and time combinations specified in Paragraph (A) of this section; and: (1) The day the original container is opened in the food establishment shall be counted as Day 1; and (2) The day or date marked by the food establishment may not exceed a manufacturer's use-by date if the manufacturer determined the use-by date based on food safety.
- Critical. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (D) of this section, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, based on the temperature and time combinations specified below: (1) 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less for a maximum of 7 days; The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
- Critical. PACKAGE Integrity. FOOD PACKAGES shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the FOOD is not exposed to ADULTERATION or potential contaminants.
- Critical. FOOD Storage. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under Section 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
- Critical. FOOD Storage. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under Section 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
- Critical. (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (4) storing the FOOD in PACKAGES, covered containers, or wrappings;
- Critical. (A) If used, SINGLE-USE gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with READY-TO-EAT FOOD or with raw animal FOOD, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation.
- During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: (A) Except as specified under Paragraph (B) of this section, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; (B) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;
- Critical. Where to Wash. Food EMPLOYEES' shall clean their hands in a handwashing lavatory or approved automatic handwashing facility and may not clean their hands in a sink used for food preparation or warewashing, or in a service sink or a curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
- Critical. Cleaning Procedure. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, food EMPLOYEES' shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a lavatory that is equipped as specified under Section 5-202.12.(B) Food EMPLOYEES' shall use the following cleaning procedure: (1) Vigorous friction on the surfaces of the lathered fingers, finger tips, areas between the fingers, hands and arms (or by vigorously rubbing the surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 10 to 15 seconds, followed by; (2) Thorough rinsing under clean, running warm water; and (3) Immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough drying of cleaned hands and arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices) using a method as specified under Section 6-301.12. (C) Food EMPLOYEES' shall pay particular attention to the areas underneath the fingernails during the cleaning procedure. (D) If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands.
- Critical. Cleaning Procedure. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, food EMPLOYEES' shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a lavatory that is equipped as specified under Section 5-202.12.(B) Food EMPLOYEES' shall use the following cleaning procedure: (1) Vigorous friction on the surfaces of the lathered fingers, finger tips, areas between the fingers, hands and arms (or by vigorously rubbing the surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 10 to 15 seconds, followed by; (2) Thorough rinsing under clean, running warm water; and (3) Immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough drying of cleaned hands and arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices) using a method as specified under Section 6-301.12. (C) Food EMPLOYEES' shall pay particular attention to the areas underneath the fingernails during the cleaning procedure. (D) If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands.
- Critical. No bare hand contact of exposed ready-to-eat food. Food EMPLOYEES' may contact ready-to-eat foods with their bare hands immediately prior to service if the operator of the public food service establishment maintains a written operational procedure. (B) Except when washing fruits and vegetables as specified under Section 3-302.15 or when otherwise approved, food EMPLOYEES' may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment.
- Critical. No bare hand contact of exposed ready-to-eat food. Food EMPLOYEES' may contact ready-to-eat foods with their bare hands immediately prior to service if the operator of the public food service establishment maintains a written operational procedure. (B) Except when washing fruits and vegetables as specified under Section 3-302.15 or when otherwise approved, food EMPLOYEES' may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment.
- Critical. Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, an EMPLOYEE shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE- USE ARTICLES; or other items needing protection can not result. (B) A FOOD EMPLOYEE may drink from a closed BEVERAGE container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of: (1) The EMPLOYEE'S hands; (2) The container; and (3) Exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
- Critical. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (C) of this section, a sink with at least 3 compartments shall be provided for manually washing, rinsing, and SANITIZING EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS.
- Critical. SANITIZING Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in milligrams per Liter of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided.
- (B) Cloths used for wiping FOOD spills shall be: (2) Wet and cleaned as specified under Paragraph 4-802.11(D), stored in a chemical sanitizer at a concentration specified in Section 4-501.114, and used for wiping spills from FOOD-CONTACT and nonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT.
- Critical. (E) Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under Section 4-603.11, surfaces of UTENSILS and EQUIPMENT contacting FOOD that is not POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS shall be cleaned: (1) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (2) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and CONSUMER self-service UTENSILS such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; (3) Before restocking CONSUMER self-service EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS such as condiment dispensers and display containers; (4) In EQUIPMENT such as ice bins and BEVERAGE dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of EQUIPMENT such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, BEVERAGE and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending EQUIPMENT: (a) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or (b) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.
- Critical. Please see inspection report for more details.
- System Maintained in Good Repair. A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be: (A) Repaired according to LAW; and (B) Maintained in good repair.
- Critical. Backflow Prevention Device, When Required. A PLUMBING SYSTEM shall be installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use at the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, including on a hose bibb if a hose is attached or on a hose bibb if a hose is not attached and backflow prevention is required by LAW, by: (A) Providing an air gap as specified under Section 5-202.13; or (B) Installing an APPROVED backflow prevention device as specified under Section 5-202.14.
- Critical. Handwashing Signage. A sign or poster that notified FOOD EMPLOYEES' to wash their hands shall be posted at all handwashing lavatories used by FOOD EMPLOYEES' and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES'.
- Critical. Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories shall be provided with: (A) Individual, disposable towels; (B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or (C) A heated-air hand drying device.
- Critical. Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories shall be provided with: (A) Individual, disposable towels; (B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or (C) A heated-air hand drying device.
- Critical. Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. Each handwashing lavatory or group of 2 adjacent lavatories shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
- Critical. Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. Each handwashing lavatory or group of 2 adjacent lavatories shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
- Critical. Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. Each handwashing lavatory or group of 2 adjacent lavatories shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
- Critical. Separation. POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS by spacing or partitioning; and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE or SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. This paragraph does not apply to EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in WAREWASHING areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
- Repairing. The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
- Maintaining PREMISES, Unnecessary Items and Litter. The PREMISES shall be free of: (A) Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as EQUIPMENT that is nonfunctional or no longer used; and (B) Litter.
- Critical. Electrical wiring. To prevent fire or injury, defective electrical wiring shall be replaced and wiring shall be kept in good repair. No extension cords shall be used except during cleaning, maintenance and other temporary activities. Only a wall switch or approved pull cord shall be permitted in bathrooms. In accordance with the provisions of NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code, as adopted by the Division of State Fire Marshal in Chapter 69A-3, FAC, Uniform Fire Safety Rules and Standards, sufficient electrical outlets shall be provided. FOR REPORTING PURPOSES ONLY.
- Critical. Electrical wiring. To prevent fire or injury, defective electrical wiring shall be replaced and wiring shall be kept in good repair. No extension cords shall be used except during cleaning, maintenance and other temporary activities. Only a wall switch or approved pull cord shall be permitted in bathrooms. In accordance with the provisions of NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code, as adopted by the Division of State Fire Marshal in Chapter 69A-3, FAC, Uniform Fire Safety Rules and Standards, sufficient electrical outlets shall be provided. FOR REPORTING PURPOSES ONLY.
- (d) Carbon dioxide and helium tanks shall be adequately secured so as to preclude any danger to safety.
- Critical. All managers employed by a food service establishment must have passed [the food service manager] test and received a certificate attesting thereto. Managers have a period of 30 days after employment to pass the required test. All managers who are responsible for the storage, preparation, display, and serving of foods to the public shall have passed a certification test approved by the division demonstrating a basic knowledge of food protection practices as adopted in this chapter. Those managers who successfully pass an approved certification examination shall be issued a certificate by the certifying organization, which is valid for a period of five years from the date of issuance. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of food service manager certification upon request...
- Critical. Food service employee training. The division shall adopt, by rule, minimum food safety protection standards for the training of all food service employees who are responsible for the storage, preparation, display, or serving of foods to the public in establishments regulated under this chapter. These standards shall not include an examination, but shall provide for a food safety training certificate program for food service employees to be administered by a private nonprofit provider chosen by the division. Any food safety training program established and administered to food handler employees prior to the effective date of this act shall be submitted by the operator to the division for its review and approval. It shall be the duty of the licensee of the public food service establishment to provide training in accordance with the described rule to all employees under the licensee's supervision or control. The licensee may designate a certified food service manager to perform this function as an agent of the licensee. Food service employees must receive certification pursuant to this section by January 1, 2001. Food service employees hired after November 1, 2000, must receive certification within 60 days after employment. Certification pursuant to this section shall remain valid for 3 years.
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10/08/2010 | Routine - Food | Warning Issued |
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