Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River

Last inspected:

7919 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429
Overview

Florida Feels Nutrition in Crystal River has five inspections on record since May 2022, with a total of 11 violations. On December 16, 2024, a stop-use order was issued after ice collected from the front counter bin on November 13, 2024 was analyzed and found to contain coliforms, making the ice adulterated. The ice bin was washed, rinsed, sanitized, and released. A 2023 inspection cited the absence of a probe thermometer and sanitizer test kit. A May 2022 inspection found the facility operating without a valid food permit and documented the person in charge could not name the six foodborne illnesses spread through food, no probe thermometer available, no sanitizer test kit, and an improper direct connection between the sewage system and a drain under the three-compartment sink with no air gap. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2024 resulted in the stop-use order and equipment remediation.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

5FDACS Insp.
11Violations
1Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River: FDACS Inspection History (5)

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· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: REQUEST 5123354 "ICE BIN ON FRONT COUNTER- RECENT SAMPLE OF ICE COLLECTED ON 11/13/2024 WAS ANALYZED AND IDENTIFIED TO BE ADULTERATED CONTAINING COLIFORMS. BIN WAS WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED

Good Retail Practice Violations

97 Food has been produced, prepared, packed, transported or held under insanitary conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered diseased, unwholesome, or injurious to health. 500.10(1)(f), F.S.Repeat
"ICE BIN ON FRONT COUNTER- RECENT SAMPLE OF ICE COLLECTED ON 11/13/2024 WAS ANALYZED AND IDENTIFIED TO BE ADULTERATED CONTAINING COLIFORMS. A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.459 Unsanitary Machine.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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
No probe thermometer available
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Prep area: Observed employee handling food with no hair restraint.
2-303.11 Food employee wearing jewelry, other than a plain ring such as a wedding band, on their arm or hand while preparing food. 2-303.11
Prep area: Observed employee handling food while wearing a bracelet.
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 kits provided. No sanitizer violations
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: KIMBERLY JUILIANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 6 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C) 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
Person in charge could not name the six foodborne illnesses that are spread through food. o
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.
No proof of a certified food protection manager o Print Date: 5/24/2022 Page 1 of 3

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
No probe thermometer available. o
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 sanitizer test kit provided. o
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Behind counter: under three compartment sink, no air gap. o
99 This food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. The Food Establishment shall begin the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for further assistance.
This food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. o

Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for _ Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: 407994 in Crystal River
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.459 Unsanitary Machine.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.

Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River last inspected?
_ Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: 407994 in Crystal River was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 16, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River had?
_ Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: 407994 in Crystal River has 5 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River find?
_ Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: 407994 in Crystal River was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 16, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, _ Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: 407994 in Crystal River has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
What are the most common violations at Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: in Crystal River?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at _ Florida Feels Nutrition Establishment #: 407994 in Crystal River are: 2-102.11(C): 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; 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; 4-302.14: Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf.

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