How many health inspections has PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP had?

PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP ever been shut down?

No, PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP?

The most frequently cited violations at PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP are: Outer openings protected, Premises clean, Employee health reporting.

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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP

34940 US HWY 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: AKSHAR KY MADI LLC · License: SEA6217606

PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP in Palm Harbor, FL has 19 inspections on record with 65 total violations (3.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

19Inspections

65Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 25, 2025

Inspection History (19)

Apr 25, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 16, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Apr 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Oct 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 16, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 8, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 9, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 1, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

May 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Feb 26, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Mar 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Nov 27, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 18, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

How Does This Facility Compare?

PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP had?: PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP ever been shut down?: No, PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP?: The most frequently cited violations at PIPERS SCRATCH PIZZA SHOP are: Outer openings protected, Premises clean, Employee health reporting.

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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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