SMASHBURGER #1712

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Overview

SMASHBURGER #1712 in Spring Creek Starrett City underwent a NYC health inspection on June 6, 2023. The inspection found 3 violations, including 3 critical.

Address
528 GATEWAY DRIVE
Brooklyn, NY 11239
Cuisine
Hamburgers
Inspection Type
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Violations
3 total
⚠ 3 critical
Facility History
4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 20-04

NYC Health Code Violation 20-04

“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20-04 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

⚠ CRITICAL 10H

Sanitization not provided for utensil washing

Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unsanitized utensils transfer bacteria directly to customers' food and mouths

📋 Code Requirements

Use approved sanitizer at correct concentration; test strips required; proper contact time

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Protection from Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.21
⚠ CRITICAL 19-10

NYC Health Code Violation 19-10

Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 19-10 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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SMASHBURGER #1712 — Inspection Questions

Did SMASHBURGER #1712 pass their NYC health inspection on June 6, 2023?
SMASHBURGER #1712 underwent inspection on June 6, 2023. The inspection found 3 violation(s).
What critical violations did SMASHBURGER #1712 have?
SMASHBURGER #1712 had 3 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 20-04 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 20-04 (NYC Health Code Violation 20-04) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 20-04 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
What does violation code 10H mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10H (Sanitization not provided for utensil washing) is a major violation. Utensils must be properly sanitized after washing to kill remaining bacteria Unsanitized utensils transfer bacteria directly to customers' food and mouths
What does violation code 19-10 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 19-10 (NYC Health Code Violation 19-10) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 19-10 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.