Dollar General in Bell

Last inspected:

1470 N Main St, Bell, FL 32619

Part of: Dollar General Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell has two inspections on record between October 2023 and May 2025, documenting 10 total violations. The most recent inspection on May 1, 2025 found 5 violations including a priority foundation violation for a missing probe thermometer required to verify cold holding temperatures of perishable foods. An October 24, 2023 inspection cited a priority violation when raw shell eggs were stored directly above ready-to-eat sweet tea in a back refrigerator; the eggs were relocated to proper storage during the inspection. That same inspection also documented the absence of a required probe thermometer. The repeated citation for missing temperature measurement equipment across both inspections indicates an ongoing compliance gap in cold holding temperature verification.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
10Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General in Bell: 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.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Person in charge: TERRY BUTLER

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Food establishment could not provide a certified food protection manager certificate.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Food establishment could not provide a required probe thermometer for taking cold holding temperatures of perishable foods.
4-204.11 Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D)
Back Room Area - No visible thermometer located in three door reach in overstock cooler. Ambient air temperature is 38 degrees F.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back Room Area - Both unisex restrooms do not contain a covered wastebasket.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Food establishment's 2025 Annual Food Permit is not displayed.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . ERICA BOWLING, MANAGER KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Back Room Area - Case of raw shell eggs were stored above Milo's Sweet Tea in back refrigerating unit. COS - Raw shell eggs were adequately relocated during the inspection. x
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Food establishment does not have a certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Food establishment does not have a probe thermometer for taking cold holding temperatures of perishable foods.
6-501.19 Toilet room doors not kept closed except during maintenance and cleaning. 6-501.19
Back Room Area - Restroom door propped open between times of use. Discussed with manager.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back Room Area - Restroom door has damage to frame and hinges.

Dollar General in Bell: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General in Bell last inspected?
Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 1, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General in Bell had?
Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General in Bell find?
Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 1, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General in Bell had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General in Bell?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell are: 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf; 4-204.11: Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D); 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.
Does Dollar General in Bell have any repeat violations?
Yes, Dollar General Store #7616 in Bell has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf.

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