How many health inspections has GATOR COVE had?

GATOR COVE has had 33 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GATOR COVE ever been shut down?

Yes, GATOR COVE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at GATOR COVE?

The most frequently cited violations at GATOR COVE are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

GATOR COVE

4076 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa, FL 34446

Citrus County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: HOMOSASSA PARTNERS LLC · License: SEA1901109

GATOR COVE in Homosassa, FL has 33 inspections on record with 416 total violations (12.6 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of October 29, 2024

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for GATOR COVE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 1, 2024	Roach activity	07:30:00
Apr 27, 2021	Roach activity	10:51:00

Inspection History (33)

Oct 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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