NYC Regulations (Article 81)Question 222 of 240
What can a DOHMH inspector do when a serious, imminent health hazard is found?
a.Nothing until the next scheduled visit
b.Automatically raise the grade to A
c.Give the owner a cash reward
d.Embargo food or close the establishment until the problem is corrected
Explanation
When a serious, imminent hazard is found, an inspector can embargo affected food or close the establishment until the problem is corrected. This protects the public from immediate risk.
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