Major
Food Contact Surfaces Violations in San Diego Restaurants
Surfaces that touch food are unclean or damaged
What it means
Food contact surface violations mean the surfaces that directly touch food — countertops, cutting boards, prep tables — are cracked, porous, or not properly sanitized. Damaged surfaces harbor bacteria that cannot be cleaned out.
How serious is it
Major Violation
Major violations can contribute to foodborne illness. They must be corrected promptly, often at the next inspection.
What the restaurant must do
Damaged surfaces must be repaired or replaced. Sanitization schedules must be documented and followed between uses.
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