Southern Express # in Blountstown

Last inspected:

19895 State Road 20 W, Blountstown, FL 32424
Overview

Southern Express #0011 in Blountstown had one inspection on record on August 2, 2023, which resulted in 8 violations. The inspection documented a food temperature measuring device not provided or readily accessible and an absence of test strips for sanitizing solution concentration. All violations were verified by the primary inspector, with a trainee present during the inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
8Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Southern Express # in Blountstown: FDACS Inspection History (1)

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 Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PATRICK PACE, QUALITY ASSURANCE AND TRAINING SPEC

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. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

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 perishable foods.
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Back room: Gap observed around exterior door.
4-903.11(A) Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Back area: Ice bucket was not inverted between use.
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A)
Retail area: Coffee filters were not stored between use to prevent contamination. COS: Coffee filters were placed in protective storage.
4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
No test strips were available.
5-501.11 Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not maintained in good repair. 5-501.111
Outside area: Dumpster in disrepair.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Walk in cooler: Buildup of dust on ceiling of walk in cooler.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back area: Exposed hole in concrete wall. COS: Repaired during inspection.

Southern Express # in Blountstown: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Southern Express # in Blountstown last inspected?
Southern Express # 0011 in Blountstown was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 2, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Southern Express # in Blountstown had?
Southern Express # 0011 in Blountstown has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Southern Express # in Blountstown find?
Southern Express # 0011 in Blountstown was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 2, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Southern Express # in Blountstown had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Southern Express # 0011 in Blountstown has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Southern Express # in Blountstown?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Southern Express # 0011 in Blountstown 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; 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 4-903.11(A): Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B).

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