Autozone # in Defuniak Springs

Last inspected:

131 E Nelson Ave, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
Overview

Autozone #1240 in DeFuniak Springs has had 2 FDACS inspections on record since August 2023. The facility received a priority foundation citation in August 2023 for lacking written procedures to address vomiting and diarrheal events, and was directed to submit documentation of its approved water supply within 30 days. A follow-up inspection on July 29, 2025 found the same procedural violation persisting, along with a repeat priority violation for automotive chemicals stored directly above a drink cooler and prepackaged foods. Both chemical storage and handwashing soap were corrected on site during the July inspection. The facility was provided guidance on written procedures for biohazard cleanup and remains required to submit water supply documentation.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Autozone # in Defuniak Springs: 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· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIO LOPEZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: ANITA UMPIERREZ

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.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 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 PfPf
Unable to provide written procedures for the clean-up of vomit and diarrhea. Handout Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events provided.
7-301.11 Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 PPRepeat
Retail: Automotive chemicals stored on top of drink cooler and on counter above prepackaged foods. COS - Chemicals removed from above drink cooler and prepackaged foods. Repeat COS x Y o x
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Restroom: Soap not present in Women's restroom. COS - Soap replaced by person in charge.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: KRISTEN DAVIS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. Provided the following hand out: Written guidance for the clean-up of vomit and diarrhea. Food Establishment must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to: Kristen.Davis @FDACS.gov

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 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 PfPf
Establishment does not have a written procedure for the clean-up of vomit and diarrhea.

Autozone # in Defuniak Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Autozone # in Defuniak Springs last inspected?
Autozone # 1240 in Defuniak Springs was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on July 29, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Autozone # in Defuniak Springs had?
Autozone # 1240 in Defuniak Springs has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Autozone # in Defuniak Springs find?
Autozone # 1240 in Defuniak Springs was most recently inspected by FDACS on July 29, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Autozone # in Defuniak Springs had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Autozone # 1240 in Defuniak Springs has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Autozone # in Defuniak Springs?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Autozone # 1240 in Defuniak Springs are: 2-501.11: 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; 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 7-301.11: Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 P.
Does Autozone # in Defuniak Springs have any repeat violations?
Yes, Autozone # 1240 in Defuniak Springs has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 2-501.11: 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.

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