Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in hermetically sealed containers and precooked TCS in intact packages from — NYC Health Violation 02D
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What is Violation 02D?
Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in hermetically sealed containers and precooked TCS in intact packages from non-retail food processing establishments not heated to 140 °F within 2 hours of removal from container or package. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Wiping
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.
Which Boroughs See Violation 02D Most?
Restaurants Cited for Violation 02D (26 total)
Related Temperature Control Violations
Violation 02D: Frequently Asked Questions
- What is violation 02D in NYC restaurants?
- Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in hermetically sealed containers and precooked TCS in intact packages from non-retail food processing establishments not heated to 140 °F within 2 hours of removal from container or package. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
- How serious is violation 02D?
- Critical violation. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.
- How many NYC restaurants have been cited for violation 02D?
- 26 NYC restaurant inspections have included violation 02D, representing 0.02% of all inspections with violations.
- Which borough has the most violation 02D citations?
- Queens has the highest number of violation 02D citations among NYC boroughs.
- What must a restaurant do to fix violation 02D?
- 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.
- Is violation 02D a critical violation?
- Yes, violation 02D is a critical violation. Critical violations pose the most serious risk to public health and must be corrected immediately.