Question 1

How many health inspections has HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY had?

Accepted Answer

HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY has had 11 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Toilet facilities.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

Accepted Answer

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

HAMPTON INN & SUITES LAKELAND-SOUTH POLK PARKWAY

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