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Violation V48 (Food storage) is a Basic food safety violation in the Food Handling category with 477 citations in the past 12 months. FOOD SAFETY RISK: Improperly stored food is vulnerable to contamination, temperature abuse, pest access, and cross-contamination.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records and CDC food safety data.
Florida DBPR violation V48 (Food storage) is a basic food safety violation classified under Food Handling.
Reference: 61C-4.010(5), FDA Food Code 3-305
V48 — Food storage
Food not properly stored or labeled in storage
— Florida Administrative Code 61C-4, FDA Food Code
FOOD SAFETY RISK: Improperly stored food is vulnerable to contamination, temperature abuse, pest access, and cross-contamination. Unlabeled food cannot be date-tracked for safety. Food stored on floors is exposed to splash, pests, and cleaning chemicals. Improper FIFO rotation leads to expired food being served. Food stored near chemicals risks chemical contamination.
CDC Risk Factor Classification: Food from Unsafe Sources - Storage 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
Store all food: minimum 6 inches off floor, in food-grade containers with tight-fitting lids, properly labeled and dated, in appropriate temperature conditions. Follow FIFO rotation. Store raw meat below ready-to-eat food. Keep food away from chemicals, cleaning supplies, and personal items. Date-mark ready-to-eat TCS food — discard after 7 days.
State inspectors cited the Celebration Buca di Beppo for undercooking food, toxic substances stored improperly, and no o…
Data Source: This reference is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the FDA Food Code.
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Disclaimer: Violation descriptions reflect Florida Administrative Code Chapter 61C-4 and the FDA Food Code current at time of publication. Health risk information sourced from CDC, FDA, and peer-reviewed research.
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