The Legend Lounge

Friday, December 17, 2021

Address
2509 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL JR BOULEVARD
Manhattan, NY
Cuisine
Other
Inspection Type
Smoke-Free Air Act / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
1 inspections

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 15E2

Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

Flavored tobacco products sold or offered for sale

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. Flavored tobacco products sold or offere violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 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 04A

Food Protection Certificate Not Held by Supervisor

Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

⚠️ Why This Matters

KNOWLEDGE GAP: Establishments without certified managers have 2.5x more critical violations. Lack of food safety knowledge directly correlates with foodborne illness outbreaks. Certified managers reduce outbreak risk by 60% through proper training and oversight.

📋 Code Requirements

Obtain Food Protection Certificate immediately through NYC-approved course. Certificate holder must be present ALL operating hours. Post certificate conspicuously. Maintain valid certification (renew every 5 years). Train all staff on food safety basics.

CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene - Knowledge Factor
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.15
Inspector's Action:

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