Florida Violation V43: Premises maintained

IntermediateSeverity
FacilitiesCategory
16Citations (12 mo)
Codes 29–44Classification

Violation V43 — Premises maintained — is classified as a intermediate violation in Florida's food safety code under the Facilities category.

Reference: 61C-4.019(8), FDA Food Code 6-501

What the Code Says

V43 — Premises maintained

Premises not properly maintained

— Florida Administrative Code 61C-4, FDA Food Code

Why This Matters

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION: Poorly maintained premises create conditions for pest harborage, mold growth, and contamination of food products. Deteriorating surfaces are impossible to properly clean and sanitize. Holes in walls allow pest entry. Standing water breeds flies and mold. Cluttered areas prevent effective cleaning and pest control. Overall facility condition reflects food safety culture.

CDC Risk Factor Classification: Environmental Contamination - Facility Maintenance

The CDC identifies five major contributing factors to foodborne illness outbreaks: food from unsafe sources, inadequate cooking, improper holding temperatures, contaminated equipment, and poor personal hygiene. Source: CDC Contributing Factors

Code Requirements

Maintain all physical facilities in good repair: walls, ceilings, floors must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Repair holes, cracks, and deteriorating surfaces promptly. Eliminate clutter and unused equipment. Maintain 6-inch clearance from walls for cleaning and pest inspection. Paint or refinish surfaces as needed. Address water damage and mold immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florida food safety violation V43?
Premises not properly maintained This is classified as a intermediate violation under the Facilities category.
Why is violation V43 (Premises maintained) dangerous?
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION: Poorly maintained premises create conditions for pest harborage, mold growth, and contamination of food products. Deteriorating surfaces are impossible to properly clean and sanitize. Holes in walls allow pest entry. Standing water breeds flies and mold. Cluttered areas ...
What CDC risk factor does this violation fall under?
This violation is classified under: Environmental Contamination - Facility Maintenance.

Data source: Florida DBPR public inspection records. Health risk information sourced from CDC, FDA Food Code, and peer-reviewed research. How we collect and verify this data.