How many health inspections has HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER had?

HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER ever been shut down?

Yes, HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER?

The most frequently cited violations at HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Allergen awareness.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

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.

HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER

1250 W UNIVERSITY AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601

Alachua County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GAINESVILLE DOWNTOWN INN VENTURE LTD · License: SEA1103480

HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER in Gainesville, FL has 21 inspections on record with 110 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

21Inspections

110Violations

1Closures

Data current as of January 27, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jan 9, 2020	Roach activity	11:02:00

Inspection History (21)

Jan 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 15, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

May 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Warning Issued

Oct 16, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 2, 2023 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 30, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 25, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jan 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jan 9, 2020 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V47 Wall/ceiling maintenance

Nov 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 29, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 3, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 18, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

How Does This Facility Compare?

HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Alachua County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.49.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER had?: HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER ever been shut down?: Yes, HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER?: The most frequently cited violations at HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE UNIVERSITY CENTER are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Allergen awareness.

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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).

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