Dollar General # in Clewiston

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941 W Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston, FL 33440

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

Overview

Dollar General #8539 in Clewiston has a single inspection on record from April 24, 2023, documenting 16 violations including critical cross-contamination and chemical storage hazards. Raw shell eggs were stored directly above ready-to-eat meats and beverages in the back refrigeration unit; bleach and other cleaning chemicals were stacked on carts above drinks and food items — both hazards were corrected during the inspection. The establishment lacks a certified food protection manager despite priority violations being present, and the person in charge demonstrated insufficient knowledge of food-borne illness prevention. A pattern of non-compliance with the duties of the person in charge was noted, referencing repeated violations from prior inspections. The inspection disposition was "Met Inspection Requirements," indicating violations were addressed, but the severity and pattern of findings — particularly the simultaneous presence of raw/ready-to-eat cross-contamination and chemical storage violations — reflect significant operational deficiencies.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
16Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Clewiston: 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· 16 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Risk-Based Violations

2-103.11(A)-(N) A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) PfPf
Back area- repeated violations from previous inspections. o
2-102.11(A) Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance. At least one Priority violation observed during the inspection, the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program, and the person in charge is unable to respond correctly to food safety questions relevant to the operation. 2-102.11(A), (B), (C)(1) and (4)-(16) PfPf
Retail area- there is no certified food protection manager for this establishment as required. There are priority violations. o
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 area- raw shell eggs are stored above drinks and ready to eat meats in the back storage refrigeration unit. Cos- eggs removed to retail cooler x Print Date: 4/24/2023 Page 1 of 5 24 Pf Citation Description: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf Observation: Back area- the person in charge does not know of a written plan to clean up bodily fluids. o
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Retail area- the person in charge does not know of the food- born illnesses or the associated symptoms. o
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Back area- cases of bleach and other cleaning fluids are stacked on stock carts above drinks and other human consumable food items. Cos- employee unstacked the chemicals 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.
Retail area- thee is no certified food protection manager for this establishment. o Print Date: 4/24/2023 Page 2 of 5

Good Retail Practice Violations

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)
Retail area- thermometers needed in the dairy cooler and in the deli meat cooler o
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Back area- cases of flour are stored on the floor. o
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Retail area- reach-in dairy cooler door handle is broken and falling off. Gasket is torn vertically and disconnected at the bottom. o
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Back area- rest room door self closer is not attached to the door. o
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back area- there are no covered receptacles in the restrooms. o
6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114
Back area- the entire back area has damaged goods with debris accumulation in the ends and corners, and excess inventory. o
6-201.16 Wall or ceiling covering material not attached so that it is easily cleanable, or indoor wall constructed of concrete, porous block, or bricks not finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface. 6-201.16
Retail area- missing ceiling tiles above food items. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back area- the door for the employee rest room is coming off the door frame. Self closer is disconnected. Wood floor in the back is disintegrating along the edges, 6-wheel carts have broken wheels, metal ramps for the carts are crushed. o
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
Back area- heavy debris / rubbish accumulation under old inventory and damaged inventory. Cobwebs throughout the back area. o
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Retail area- the 2023 food permit is not displayed. o

Dollar General # in Clewiston: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Clewiston last inspected?
Dollar General # 8539 in Clewiston was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 24, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Clewiston had?
Dollar General # 8539 in Clewiston has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Clewiston find?
Dollar General # 8539 in Clewiston was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 24, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General # in Clewiston had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 8539 in Clewiston has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Clewiston?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 8539 in Clewiston are: 2-103.11(A)-(N): A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) Pf; 2-102.11(A): Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance. At least one Priority violation observed during the inspection, the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program, and the person in charge is unable to respond correctly to food safety questions relevant to the operation. 2-102.11(A), (B), (C)(1) and (4)-(16) Pf; 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf.

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