How many health inspections has KFC had?

KFC has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has KFC ever been shut down?

Yes, KFC has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at KFC?

The most frequently cited violations at KFC are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

KFC

1648 S MISSOURI AVE, Clearwater, FL 33756

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: FQSR LLC · License: SEA6214521

KFC in Clearwater, FL has 24 inspections on record with 209 total violations (8.7 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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1Closures

Data current as of October 23, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for KFC
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 15, 2024	Fly activity	11:51:00

Inspection History (24)

Oct 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

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