Critical Violation Code 02D

Commercially processed pre-cooked TCS in hermetically sealed containers and precooked TCS in intact packages from — NYC Health Violation 02D

Overview

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26
Times Cited in NYC
0.02%
of Inspections
Critical
Severity Level
Queens
Most Common Borough

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

What restaurants must do to fix this

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.

NYC DOHMH Guidelines → CDC Food Safety Reference →

Which Boroughs See Violation 02D Most?

Queens
10 citations
Brooklyn
8 citations
Manhattan
7 citations
Staten Island
1 citations

Restaurants Cited for Violation 02D (26 total)

SUBWAY
334 GRAND STREET, Manhattan
GRADE A
Mar 18, 2026
Score: 10
LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN
250 WEST 55 STREET, Manhattan
Feb 4, 2026
Score: 23
POPEYES
165-25 LIBERTY AVENUE, Queens
Dec 26, 2025
Score: 16
SUBWAY
1503 SHEEPSHEAD BAY ROAD, Brooklyn
Aug 6, 2025
Score: 26
SUBWAY
168-14 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens
May 27, 2025
Score: 18
JUICE PRESS
1050 3 AVENUE, Manhattan
May 6, 2025
Score: 30
HAMPTON INN-HERALD SQUARE
116 WEST 31 STREET, Manhattan
GRADE B
May 2, 2025
Score: 25
CAFE ONE
1619 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, Manhattan
Feb 21, 2025
Score: 32
COMPTON'S
28-02 23 AVENUE, Queens
GRADE C
Dec 18, 2024
Score: 62
SUBWAY
1709 BROADWAY, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Nov 18, 2024
Score: 7
KANSAS CHICKEN & BURGER
1719 PITKIN AVENUE, Brooklyn
Oct 23, 2024
KANSAS CHICKEN & BURGER
1719 PITKIN AVENUE, Brooklyn
Oct 23, 2024
Score: 26
WETZEL'S PRETZELS
139 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Oct 11, 2024
Score: 10
CITI FIELD STAND 421
000 126TH ST & ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Queens
GRADE A
Sep 20, 2024
Score: 5
TEX'S CHICKEN & BURGERS
144-14 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens
Apr 30, 2024
Score: 32
I BAKERY 18
7118 18 AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Mar 19, 2024
Score: 13
BARNES & NOBLE CAFE
267 7 AVENUE, Brooklyn
GRADE A
Feb 16, 2024
Score: 13
KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN
135-18 JAMAICA AVENUE, Queens
GRADE B
Dec 21, 2023
Score: 18
GREENWICH & DELANCEY NYC
50 WEST STREET, Manhattan
Dec 5, 2023
Score: 55
SUBWAY
69-79 GRAND AVENUE, Queens
Jul 20, 2023
Score: 36

Related Temperature Control Violations

02G Cold TCS Food Held Above 41°F Critical 20,403 cited 02B Hot TCS Food Not Held at 140°F or Above Critical 17,511 cited 02H Food Not Cooled by Approved Method Critical 3,102 cited 02C NYC Health Code Violation 02C Critical 377 cited 02A Food not cooked to required minimum temperature Critical 278 cited 02I NYC Health Code Violation 02I Critical 207 cited

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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.