THE ROCK IRISH PUB
614 LAKE AVE, Lake Worth FL 33460
Last inspected Sep 22, 2025 · 15 visits since August 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 50 live roaches on wall in kitchen over dry storage rack, freezer chest, and prep table. Five live roaches on prep table in kitchen One live roach on prep table at deli slicer in kitchen Operator killed and sanitized area
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Disciplinary actions
8 cases · $2,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025054474 | Jul 22, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | — |
| 2--2024042028 | Jun 20, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | — |
| 2--2023051768 | Aug 29, 2023 | May 22, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2023070719 | Nov 1, 2023 | May 22, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2022013238 | Feb 15, 2022 | Aug 4, 2022 | $200 |
| 2--2021054999 | Oct 11, 2021 | Jul 7, 2022 | — |
| 2--2020057543 | Oct 22, 2020 | May 17, 2021 | $400 |
| 2--2020003378 | Dec 30, 2019 | Feb 21, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw burger patty's stored with mashed potatoes. Employee moved burgers to different shelf.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed to operator
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to operator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At expo line, no paper towels provided at handwashing sink. Operator supplied paper towels
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At bar, sanitizer spray bottle not labeled with common name
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hoods visibly soiled with grease, dust and debris.
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer 0ppm. Advised operator to set up 3 compartment sink to properly wash, rinsed, sanitize all dishes until dish machine is repaired.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. At walk in cooler, raw chicken stored over beer bottles. Advised operator of proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At reach in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over raw fish. Advised operator of proper storage. Operatir stored correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. At walk in cooler, chicken kabobs dated 7/13, exceeding 7 days from preparation. Operator discarded.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. At dish area, approximately 20+ rodent droppings on top of dish machine. At storage closet, approximately 15 rodent droppings.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line flip top cooler, cheese (55F - Cold Holding), at walk in cooler, raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding), meatloaf (44F - Cold Holding) not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held out of temperature for approximately 1 hour. Advised operator of proper cold holding parameters.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At kitchen, handwashing sink used for other purposes as evident by raw chicken particles in sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge, Michael Daubert
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles in disrepair over fryers.
Food stored on floor. At kitchen, oil stored on floor.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hoods visibly soiled with grease, dust and debris.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. another container of cooked wings 50-47 f cooling overnight ( date marked 03/19 as per chef cooked last night. ) not prepared portioned or handled today. As per chef he didn't handle these chicken wings today. In the walk in cooler all night.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. another container of cooked wings 50-47 f cooling overnight ( date marked 03/19 as per chef cooked last night. )
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. 12 count of raw shell egg carton on top ( in contact ) of unwashed tomatoes in walk in cooler. Explained. Chef moved tomatoes to bottom shelf.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Hard boiled eggs date marked 02/21 today 03/20. Not used within 7 days.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. another container of cooked wings 50-47 f cooling overnight ( date marked 03/19 as per chef cooked last night. )
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Servsafe certificate for Manager Mr. John Broz expired on 02/10/2025
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. White cutting board stored in kitchen hand sink. Explained and manager removed the cutting board.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No working probe thermometer.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Advised to setup three compartment sink.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Plastic red glass of beverage on prep table. Chef discarded the drink.
Food stored on floor. Box of oil stored on floor in the kitchen.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. chicken wings (44-48F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. Not prepped or portioned today. In unit over four hours. Food did not cool to 41F within six hours. Food items Covered.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw steaks over French fries not commercially packaged in reach in freezer Removed
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over bacon reach in cooler Removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. chicken wings (44-48F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. Not prepped or portioned today. In unit over four hours. Food did not cool to 41F within six hours. Food items Covered.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent covers walk in cooler
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Reach in flip top cooler across from cook line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryers on cook line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior to Stainless steal refrigerator unit
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced tomato (51F - Cold Holding); flip top cooler. Not prepped or portioned. In unit less than four hours. Double panned and overstocked. Instructed chef to place in bottom cooler to cool
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine for dish machine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili and chicken wings in walk in cooler made Monday 10/14
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Flip top cooler
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.verified ownership. License expired on 12/01/2023.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored on top of cooked shepherds pie container in the walk in cooler. Explained and chef moved raw ground beef to another location.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For Quat at the bar three compartment sink.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2023.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2023.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler raw bacon stored over ready to eat cheese. Operator removed bacon
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler Raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Ham (48F - cold holding)); Raw beef (48F - cold holding), operator stated items not prepared or portioned today,being held in cooler overnight, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top cooler Raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Ham (48F - cold holding)); Raw beef (48F - cold holding), operator stated items not prepared or portioned today,being held in cooler overnight, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At bane Marie, cooked potatoes 74F - hot holding, cooked gravy 74F - hot holding, Sheppard's pie 74F - hot holding. Operator stated all items were reheated on stove prior to being placed in steam table less than 2 hours prior. Operator moved to reheat to 165F
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At cook line flip top cooler standing water in bottom.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile cracked with big hole in walk-in cooler;
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient therefore present in reach in cooler or walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues- walls and shelves have presence of mold like substance and food debris; walk-in cooler used to store food and drinks; reach in cooler at cook-line has heavy food debris
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 18 live roaches: 1 live inside the 2 door freezer used as dry storage for Velveeta cheese sauces and commercially packaged containers of dressings; 1 live roach coming out from soap dispenser while pumping soap at handwash sink by cook line; 4 live roaches by dishwasher and near by dry storage shelves for foods and clean pots and pans 2 live by prep table next to chest freezer at cook line 3 live by stove and fryers 7 live inside shelves where crackers; salt and pepper and other condiments are stored near the dining room bar;
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 18 dead roaches 3 dead by stove area; 1 dead under prep table next to chest freezer 4 dead under dry storage rack used to store foods and clean pots and pans; 10 dead inside open shelves where crackers; salt and pepper and sugar packets are stored by dining room bar;
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris- grease and heavy food debris accumulated through the dining room; bar and kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile cracked with big hole in walk-in cooler;
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient therefore present in reach in cooler or walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues- walls and shelves have presence of mold like substance and food debris; walk-in cooler used to store food and drinks; reach in cooler at cook-line has heavy food debris
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 2 live flies: 1 live fly landed on food bowl on the prep station at cook line; 1 live fly by handwash sink next to dishwasher
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Mashed potatoes dated 10/16/23 in reach in cooler; See Stop Sale
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 18 live roaches: 1 live inside the 2 door freezer used as dry storage for Velveeta cheese sauces and commercially packaged containers of dressings; 1 live roach coming out from soap dispenser while pumping soap at handwash sink by cook line; 4 live roaches by dishwasher and near by dry storage shelves for foods and clean pots and pans 2 live by prep table next to chest freezer at cook line 3 live by stove and fryers 7 live inside shelves where crackers; salt and pepper and other condiments are stored near the dining room bar;
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A bottle of dishwashing detergent stored on prep table.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach spray bottles not labeled at the bar area; advised to label
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 18 dead roaches 3 dead by stove area; 1 dead under prep table next to chest freezer 4 dead under dry storage rack used to store foods and clean pots and pans; 10 dead inside open shelves where crackers; salt and pepper and sugar packets are stored by dining room bar;
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris- grease and heavy food debris accumulated through the dining room; bar and kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile cracked with big hole in walk-in cooler;
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient therefore present in reach in cooler or walk in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler- at cook line;
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues- walls and shelves have presence of mold like substance and food debris; walk-in cooler used to store food and drinks; reach in cooler at cook-line has heavy food debris
Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 9 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Red kidney beans - dry storage shelves
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Employee wiping off facial sweat with his t-shirt then touching clean pans and pots; educated employee to wash hands;
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 2 live flies: 1 live fly landed on food bowl on the prep station at cook line; 1 live fly by handwash sink next to dishwasher
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw salmon commercially packaged stored on top of broccoli not commercially packaged; Pretzels not commercially packaged touching raw corned beef commercially packaged in chest freezer at cook line; Advised operator to store based on cooking temperature
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Mashed potatoes dated 10/16/23 in reach in cooler; See Stop Sale
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 18 live roaches: 1 live inside the 2 door freezer used as dry storage for Velveeta cheese sauces and commercially packaged containers of dressings; 1 live roach coming out from soap dispenser while pumping soap at handwash sink by cook line; 4 live roaches by dishwasher and near by dry storage shelves for foods and clean pots and pans 2 live by prep table next to chest freezer at cook line 3 live by stove and fryers 7 live inside shelves where crackers; salt and pepper and other condiments are stored near the dining room bar;
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. white cheddar cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (50F- cold holding); sour cream (55F - Cold Holding); gravy (51F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (56F - Cold Holding); cheese sauce (50F - Cold Holding) in main reach in cooler at cook line; as per operator food not prepared or portioned today; food out of temperature for more than four hours; See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. white cheddar cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (50F- cold holding); sour cream (55F - Cold Holding); gravy (51F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (56F - Cold Holding); cheese sauce (50F - Cold Holding) in main reach in cooler at cook line; as per operator food not prepared or portioned today; food out of temperature for more than four hours; See Stop Sale
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A bottle of dishwashing detergent stored on prep table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths- chlorine and quaternary used at dishwasher and three compartment sink at the bar;
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cook line- provided
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator presented a meat thermometer for calibration.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach spray bottles not labeled at the bar area; advised to label
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Rust dripping down from inside door hinges in the ice bin by storage room in the back
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 18 dead roaches 3 dead by stove area; 1 dead under prep table next to chest freezer 4 dead under dry storage rack used to store foods and clean pots and pans; 10 dead inside open shelves where crackers; salt and pepper and sugar packets are stored by dining room bar;
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water observed on the floor of the walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris- grease and heavy food debris accumulated through the dining room; bar and kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile cracked with big hole in walk-in cooler;
Interior of toaster oven and microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient therefore present in reach in cooler or walk in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler- at cook line;
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues- walls and shelves have presence of mold like substance and food debris; walk-in cooler used to store food and drinks; reach in cooler at cook-line has heavy food debris
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Set up triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Beer walk in cooler
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Back of kitchen where walk in cooler and ice machine is located
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Back of kitchen where walk in cooler and ice machine is located
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in back of kitchen behind walk in cooler
Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of marinara sauce dented
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Opened package of Raw beef steaks over commercially packaged tortillas in one door reach in freezer on cook line. Removed
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 50 live roaches on wall in kitchen over dry storage rack, freezer chest, and prep table. Five live roaches on prep table in kitchen One live roach on prep table at deli slicer in kitchen Operator killed and sanitized area
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Beer bottles in ice used for consumption at bar
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave Can opener
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All cook line equipment
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach inside two door cooler behind walk in cooler in back kitchen area Removed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Set up triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen Under cook line equipment Behind cook line equipment In back area of kitchen where walk in cooler and ice machine is located Beer walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Beer walk in cooler
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Back of kitchen where walk in cooler and ice machine is located
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Back of kitchen where walk in cooler and ice machine is located
Food stored on floor. Cabbage and raw chicken on floor beer walk in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Freezer chest
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in back of kitchen behind walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in cooler drawers on cook line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line Reach in cooler drawers under cook line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom reach in cooler on cook line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Piping under triple sink
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