How many health inspections has FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST had?

FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST ever been shut down?

Yes, FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST?

The most frequently cited violations at FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST are: Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST

9903 S MILITARY TRL C, Boynton Beach, FL 33436

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: FHS BOYNTON WEST · License: SEA6021163

FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST in Boynton Beach, FL has 23 inspections on record with 69 total violations (3 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

23Inspections

69Violations

1Closures

Data current as of September 19, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST
Date	Reason	Reopened
Feb 13, 2023	Rodent activity	09:23:00

Inspection History (23)

Sep 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

Feb 14, 2023 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 13, 2023 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 30, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 7, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Sep 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Dec 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 27, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 5, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

May 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 21, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 5, 2016 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 4, 2016 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST had?: FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST ever been shut down?: Yes, FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST?: The most frequently cited violations at FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST are: Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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