Florida Violation V42: Equipment condition

IntermediateSeverity
EquipmentCategory
745Citations (12 mo)
Codes 29–44Classification

Florida DBPR violation V42 (Equipment condition) is a intermediate food safety violation classified under Equipment.

Reference: 61C-4.019(3), FDA Food Code 4-501

What the Code Says

V42 — Equipment condition

Equipment in poor repair or condition

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

Why This Matters

EQUIPMENT HAZARD: Equipment in poor repair harbors bacteria in cracks, chips, and corroded areas that cannot be effectively cleaned or sanitized. Frayed gaskets allow temperature loss. Malfunctioning equipment may not maintain safe temperatures. Sharp edges from damaged equipment cause injury risk. Peeling coatings can contaminate food with paint or metal flakes.

CDC Risk Factor Classification: Contaminated Equipment - Maintenance Issue

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 equipment in good repair: smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable surfaces. Replace or repair: cracked/chipped surfaces, corroded equipment, worn gaskets, malfunctioning temperature controls. Equipment must be NSF-certified or equivalent. Conduct regular equipment maintenance and document repairs. Replace equipment that cannot be restored to safe condition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florida food safety violation V42?
Equipment in poor repair or condition This is classified as a intermediate violation under the Equipment category.
Why is violation V42 (Equipment condition) dangerous?
EQUIPMENT HAZARD: Equipment in poor repair harbors bacteria in cracks, chips, and corroded areas that cannot be effectively cleaned or sanitized. Frayed gaskets allow temperature loss. Malfunctioning equipment may not maintain safe temperatures. Sharp edges from damaged equipment cause injury risk. ...
What CDC risk factor does this violation fall under?
This violation is classified under: Contaminated Equipment - Maintenance Issue.

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.