Question 1

How many health inspections has ZAFEM CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT had?

Accepted Answer

ZAFEM CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT has had 12 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has ZAFEM CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, ZAFEM CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at ZAFEM CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at ZAFEM CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What does Florida violation V28 (Water supply) mean?

Accepted Answer

WATER CONTAMINATION: Non-potable water used in food establishment can contain: E. coli, Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Legionella, lead, nitrates, and chemical contaminants. Contaminated water affects every operation — handwashing, cooking, ice making, cleaning, and sanitizing. A single water supply failure can cause community-wide outbreaks affecting hundreds. Legionella in water systems causes Legionnaires' disease (10% fatality). All water must be from an approved potable source. Hot and cold water must be available under pressure. Ice must be made from potable water and protected from contamination. Private wells must be tested annually. Backflow prevention devices required on all fixtures. If water supply is interrupted, cease operations until restored and verified safe.

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