How many health inspections has WENDY'S 1737 had?

WENDY'S 1737 has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has WENDY'S 1737 ever been shut down?

Yes, WENDY'S 1737 has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at WENDY'S 1737?

The most frequently cited violations at WENDY'S 1737 are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

PARASITE SURVIVAL: Without proper freezing or cooking, parasites in fish (Anisakis, tapeworm), pork (Trichinella), and wild game survive to infect consumers. Anisakis larvae in raw sushi cause severe abdominal pain and allergic reactions. Tapeworm cysts in undercooked pork/beef grow into 15-30 foot worms in intestines. Proper freezing (-4°F for 7 days) kills parasites. Fish intended for raw consumption (sushi, sashimi, ceviche, tartare) must be frozen to -4°F for 7 days, or -31°F for 15 hours before service. Exception: tuna species and aquacultured fish fed processed feed. Pork and wild game must reach minimum internal cooking temperature. Document all freezing records.

WENDY'S 1737

10 W MERRITT ISLAND CSWY, Merritt Island, FL 32952

Brevard County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: 916 FLORIDA OPS LLC · License: SEA1503781

WENDY'S 1737 in Merritt Island, FL has 25 inspections on record with 152 total violations (6.1 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of January 30, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for WENDY'S 1737
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jan 16, 2024	Sewage back up	14:52:00

Inspection History (25)

Jan 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

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