How many health inspections has SUBWAY #27732 had?

SUBWAY #27732 has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SUBWAY #27732 ever been shut down?

Yes, SUBWAY #27732 has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at SUBWAY #27732?

The most frequently cited violations at SUBWAY #27732 are: Outer openings protected, Adequate lighting, Proper sewage disposal.

What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?

TEMPERATURE FAILURE: Inadequate cooling equipment cannot maintain required temperatures, allowing food to enter the danger zone (41-135°F). Overloaded or malfunctioning refrigeration allows slow temperature rise that promotes bacterial growth. Clostridium botulinum grows in improperly refrigerated vacuum-packed foods. Equipment failure during busy periods creates mass food safety risk. Provide sufficient refrigeration and cooling capacity for the volume of food prepared. Monitor equipment temperatures at least daily. Maintain and repair equipment promptly. Do not overload refrigeration units (maintain air circulation). Use ambient temperature thermometers in all cooling equipment. Have backup plans for equipment failure.

SUBWAY #27732

1444 US HWY 17, Wauchula, FL 33873

Hardee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: HELY 5 CORP · License: SEA3500224

SUBWAY #27732 in Wauchula, FL has 27 inspections on record with 123 total violations (4.6 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

27Inspections

123Violations

2Closures

Data current as of February 11, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for SUBWAY #27732
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 28, 2024	Rodent activity	08:47:00
Jun 27, 2024	Rodent activity	09:05:00

Inspection History (27)

Feb 11, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 28, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 28, 2024 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 27, 2024 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Oct 18, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 11, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 5, 2021 — Complaint Full· 8 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 5, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 3, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 10, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Aug 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

SUBWAY #27732 has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Hardee County average of 0.23 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.81.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SUBWAY #27732 had?: SUBWAY #27732 has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SUBWAY #27732 ever been shut down?: Yes, SUBWAY #27732 has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at SUBWAY #27732?: The most frequently cited violations at SUBWAY #27732 are: Outer openings protected, Adequate lighting, Proper sewage disposal.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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