How many health inspections has FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 had?

FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 ever been shut down?

No, FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303?

The most frequently cited violations at FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 are: Food contact surfaces, Time as control, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

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.

FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303

1013 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Valrico, FL 33596

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: IMPACT FHS RESTAURANTS VIII LLC · License: SEA3916862

FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 in Valrico, FL has 21 inspections on record with 83 total violations (4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

83Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 6, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Jan 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Dec 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

May 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Nov 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Nov 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jun 21, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Oct 1, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

May 27, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Oct 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 1, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Oct 8, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Dec 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

May 8, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

How Does This Facility Compare?

FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Hillsborough County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.43.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 had?: FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 ever been shut down?: No, FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303?: The most frequently cited violations at FIRE HOUSE SUBS 303 are: Food contact surfaces, Time as control, Clean multi-use utensils.

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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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