Florida Violation V28: Water supply

Overview

Violation V28 (Water supply) is a High Priority food safety violation in the Facilities category with 594 citations in the past 12 months. WATER CONTAMINATION: Non-potable water used in food establishment can contain: E.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records and CDC food safety data.

High PrioritySeverity
FacilitiesCategory
594Citations (12 mo)
Codes 01–28Classification

Violation V28 — Water supply — is classified as a high priority violation in Florida's food safety code under the Facilities category.

Reference: 61C-4.019(4), FDA Food Code 5-101

What the Code Says

V28 — Water supply

No approved potable water supply

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

Why This Matters

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).

CDC Risk Factor Classification: Food from Unsafe Sources - Water Safety

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

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florida food safety violation V28?
Florida DBPR violation V28 (Water supply) is a High Priority violation in the Facilities category. No approved potable water supply
Why is violation V28 (Water supply) dangerous?
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).
What are the requirements to correct violation V28?
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.
What CDC risk factor does violation V28 fall under?
Violation V28 (Water supply) is classified under: Food from Unsafe Sources - Water Safety. The CDC identifies five major risk factors contributing to foodborne illness outbreaks in food service establishments.

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