How many health inspections has SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN had?

SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN ever been shut down?

Yes, SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN?

The most frequently cited violations at SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Single-use items.

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 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.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN

4037 NW 19 ST, Lauderhill, FL 33313

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: TABARAK2020 · License: SEA1623176

SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN in Lauderhill, FL has 21 inspections on record with 109 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

21Inspections

109Violations

1Closures

Data current as of August 12, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 17, 2023	Roach activity	09:39:00

Inspection History (21)

Aug 12, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 18, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 18, 2023 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 17, 2023 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

May 23, 2023 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

May 22, 2023 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Nov 21, 2022 — Complaint Full· 13 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Mar 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Feb 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Nov 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Oct 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Jun 18, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

May 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Sep 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 29, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

How Does This Facility Compare?

SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN had?: SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN ever been shut down?: Yes, SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN?: The most frequently cited violations at SNAPPERS FISH AND CHICKEN are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Single-use items.

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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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