Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow

1060 Alpha Ave, Bartow, FL 33830
Overview

Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow had 2 inspections on record, with 1 violation documented on May 2, 2023. The violation concerned the facility's failure to retain examination records for finished products, raw materials, and packaging materials of acidified foods — a requirement that had been noted in prior inspections on August 30, 2022 and September 20, 2022. A focused inspection on August 21, 2023 found no violations after the owner provided corrective action documentation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

0Inspections
0Violations
0Closures
2FDACS Insp.

Last inspected FDACS:

Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GRACE MEKELSKI, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Person in charge: CLAUDIA MARTINEZ

Comments: This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection on 09/20/2022 and 05/02/2023. The Quality Control Manager provided Corrective Actions documentation from the previous 2 inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: VANESSA REDLEY EWAN, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Comments: Wooden pallets stored at the warehouse receiving dock has reduced. Owner states the remaining pallets and drums will be sent to the dump in the near future. Owner has not implemented the retention of records for: the examination of finished products, the Examination of raw materials, and the examination of packaging materials of acidified foods. Said observations were noted on inspections conducted on 08.30.22 and 09.20.22

Risk-Based Violations

92 Packaged foods not labeled as required in the Code of Federal Regulations. 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, 9 CFR 381Repeat
Specifically, the label for Hix Mustard Curry Sauce is not labeled as required in the code of federal regulations 21 CFR 101. The following sub-ingredients are missing from your label: High fructose Corn syrup, Calcium disodium EDTA o 117.20(a) Citation Description: Adequate drainage not provided for areas which may contribute to contamination of food by seepage, foot-borne filth, or providing a breeding place for pests. 21 CFR 117.20(a)(3) Observation: Specifically pooling water was observed at your rear warehouse receiving door. Repeat observation from inspection conducted on 08.30.22 and 09.20.22 o 117.20(a) Citation Description: Operating systems for waste treatment and disposal not properly maintained so that they do not constitute a source of contamination in areas where food is exposed. 21 CFR 117.20(a)(4) Observation: Specifically, the plumbing under your 3-compartment sink is leaking in several areas. Pool of water was observed on the floor running under the storage table adjacent your exit door. Several dead roaches and a build up of debris was also observed at the air-gap of your 3-compartment sink o 117.20(b) Citation Description: The plant is not constructed in such a manner as to allow floors, walls, or ceilings to be adequately cleaned and kept clean or to be kept in good repair. 21 CFR 117.20(b)(4) Observation: Specifically, the floors of your dry storage warehouse is in extreme disrepair. There are several damaged areas and a build up of dirt in these areas from forklift truck going back and forth from the outside. This area has a potential to become muddy when it rains. o 117.20(b) Citation Description: Adequate screening or other protection against pests not provided. 21 CFR 117.20(b)(7) Observation: Specifically gaps large enough to facilitate the entry of pests into your warehouse was observed under the two corrugated metal doors on the west side of your dry storage warehouse for finished product and ingredients. Repeat observation from inspection conducted on 08.30.22 and 09.20.22 o Print Date: 5/2/2023 Page 1 of 3 117.4 Citation Description: Records documenting training of qualified individuals not available. 21 CFR 117.4(d) Observation: Records documenting the training of qualified individuals engaged in processing acidified and acid formulated foods are not available. Specifically, 4 of the 5 employees observed during the inspection conducted on 05.02.23 were not trained. Repeat observation from inspection conducted on 08.30.22 and 09.20.22

Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow had?
Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
Has Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow ever been shut down?
No, Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow last inspected?
Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 21, 2023. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow had?
Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow find?
Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 21, 2023 (Focused Inspection).
Has Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Swamp Boys BBQ in Bartow has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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