Royal Gas in Deland
Last inspected:
547 W New York Ave, Deland, FL 32720Royal Gas in Deland has been subject to multiple stop-use and stop-sale orders since August 2025. A stop-use order issued November 6, 2025 required equipment repair or replacement due to unsanitary conditions affecting food-contact surfaces; the equipment was subsequently released after correction. An August 20, 2025 stop-use order addressed adulterated conditions related to pest activity; affected areas were cleaned, sanitized, and released. Multiple stop-sale orders on hemp and CBD products issued August 4, 2025 remain in effect as of the most recent focused inspection on March 3, 2026, with ongoing 30-day check-back inspections conducted to verify compliance.
The facility recorded 7 inspections between February 2023 and March 2026 with no violations cited in the most recent four focused inspections. A February 2023 initial operating inspection documented 23 violations, including high-priority findings of raw eggs stored directly above milk in a display cooler (corrected on site), absence of an employee illness reporting policy, absence of a certified food manager on staff despite observation of a priority violation, and intermediate violations including missing vomit and diarrhea response procedures, improper handwashing sink location, and small flying insects in the stockroom near the ice maker. A September 2025 check-back inspection cited a repeat intermediate violation for missing procedures to segregate affected areas and discard exposed food during vomit or diarrheal events. Inspector notes from December 2025 reference an in-person visit conducted due to multiple unanswered phone calls and emails.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Royal Gas in Deland: FDACS Inspection History (7)
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· Focused Inspection
Comments: The Stop-sale Orders on multiple Hemp/CBD products issued on August 4, 2025 remain in effect. A check-back inspection will be
conducted on or about 30 days on these products.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: The Stop-sale Orders on multiple Hemp/CBD products issued on August 4, 2025 remain in effect. A check-back inspection will be
conducted on or about 30 days on these products.
In person visit conducted due to multiple unanswered phone calls and emails.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: The Stop-sale Orders on multiple Hemp/CBD products issued on August 4, 2025 remain in effect. A check-back inspection will be
conducted on or about 30 days on these products.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· 1 stop-sale order· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: The Stop-sale Orders on multiple Hemp/CBD products issued on August 4, 2025 remain in effect. A check-back inspection will be
conducted on or about 30 days on these products.
Check-Back release issued for Stop Use Order.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact
surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: The Stop-Use Order of the reach-in refrigerated case issued on August 4, 2025 remains in effect. The Stop-Use Order applies to
time/temperature control for safety food items only.
The Stop-sale Orders on multiple Hemp/CBD products issued on August 4, 2025 remain in effect. A check-back inspection will be
conducted on or about 30 days on these products.
This check-back inspection was conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection.
Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· 4 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Met Requirements
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.
This check-back inspection was conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection.
The Stop-Use Order of the retail shelving units where packaged food is stored issued on August 4, 2025 has been released.
The Stop-Use Order of the reach-in refrigerated case issued on August 4, 2025 remains in effect. The Stop-Use Order applies to
time/temperature control for safety food items only.
The Stop-Use Orders on multiple Hemp/CBD products issued on August 4, 2025 remain in effect. A check-back inspection will be
conducted on or about 30 days on these products.
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 PfPfRepeat
The establishment's written procedures for the clean-up of vomitus or diarrheal events are
missing the following: Segregation of the affected area, discarding exposed food and
single-service/single-use items, and cleaning and sanitizing exposed food equipment, utensils, and linens.
Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout was
provided.
Good Retail Practice Violations
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
Retail: Bags of chips not stored at least 6 inches off the floor on the sales floor. COS: Bags
of chips were relocated and stored properly.
5-501.11
Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and
returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside Area: Dumpster drain plug not in place during inspection.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail: The walk-in cooler's door handle is currently in disrepair.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Affected areas were cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released and food establishment has implemented a pest management
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed· 23 violations· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Failure to provide a satisfactory analysis of store packaged ice within 30 days shall result in administrative action and stop use
orders issued for the ice maker and related equipment. Call (850) 245-5520 when ready or email documentation to the address
provided by the inspector.
Failure to provide a satisfactory handwash sink for the restroom within 30 shall result in administrative action and a summarized
visit of failing to meet requirements. Call (850) 245-5520 for inspector verification when corrections have been made.
The food service type was changed from 124 significant to 123 limited during this visit.
Risk-Based Violations
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
No current certified food manager, a priority violation was observed, and person in charge could
not correctly respond to relevant questions.
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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
Retail-- A carton of raw shell eggs is over gallons of milk at a display cooler. COS-- Eggs relocated
to lower shelf.
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2-201.11(A)
The establishment does not require food employees or conditional employees to report to
the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to reportable symptoms,
diagnosis, past illnesses or history of exposure to diseases that are transmissible through food. Food employee
or conditional employee does not report necessary additional information such as date of onset of symptoms or
illness, or diagnosis without symptoms. 2-201.11(A) PP
No signed agreements, written procedures, or means to verify an illness reporting policy is in
place. Guidance material provided.
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Print Date: 2/24/2023
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Citation Description: Handwashing sink not located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation,
food dispensing or warewashing areas; or not located in, or immediately adjacent to, toilet rooms. 5-204.11 Pf
Observation: Backroom-- The restroom handwash sink is in disrepair and the alternative sinks are not adjacent
to the restroom. The sink shall be repaired within 30 days.
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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
No written vomit and diarrhea response procedures. Guidance material provided.
o
74
Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous
sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED
FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED
FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.
Retail-- No age restriction signage at the hemp display case.
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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
Backroom-- No means to dry hands at the ice packaging room handwash sink. COS-- Paper towel
provided.
x
5-205.11
Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or
is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Backroom-- Access to the ice packaging room handwash sink is blocked. COS--Article covering
the basin were relocated.
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3-201.11(C)
Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9
CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) PfPf
Retail-- Foil pouches of Capri Sun beverage bearing the statement not labeled for individual sale
are displayed at a cooler shelf. COS-- Affected product removed from sale.
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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 current certified food manager. Guidance material provided.
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Print Date: 2/24/2023
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Good Retail Practice Violations
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Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the
required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
No current lab analysis available for store packaged ice. A satisfactory test shall be provided within
30 days.
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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-- No display thermometer, panel, or means to measure temperature at the warmest part of
milk display coolers.
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6-501.11
Premises not maintained free of insects and other pests; or not controlled to eliminate
their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely
inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices
or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) Pf
Backroom--Small flying insects at the stockroom near the ice maker.
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4-202.16
Nonfood-contact surfaces not free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices or not
designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. 4-202.16
Backroom-- Inverted plastic beverage flats are used for floor storage racks at multiple areas.
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4-501.14
Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing
raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned
before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils
and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Backroom-- Damaged canned beverages, boxes, various articles, and debris, are accumulating
on the warewash sink in a manner blocking access. COS-- Sink cleaned during visit.
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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
Backroom-- No compatible test kit or means available to determine sanitizer concentration.
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4-301.13
Drainboards, utensil racks, or tables not large enough to accommodate all soiled and
cleaned items that accumulate during hours of operation or not provided for necessary utensil holding before
cleaning and after sanitizing. 4-301.13
Backroom-- The drying shelf over the warewah sink has been re-purposed for storage of nonfood
items. COS-- An adequate space was cleared for air-drying equipment.
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5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant
into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation
of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Outside-- No backflow device, such as a threaded bibb vacuum breaker, at the wall spigot with
green garden hose attached.
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5-205.13
Water system device not scheduled for inspection and service, in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions and as necessary to prevent device failure based on local water conditions, or
records demonstrating inspection and service not maintained. 5-205.13 Pf
Backroom-- No current date or record for ice maker water filters.
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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
Backroom-- Restroom door is not self-closing.
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5-501.11
Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do
not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside-- No plug at the drain opening on the dumpster.
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5-501.11
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept
covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept
covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside-- Dumpster lid remains open between use.
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Print Date: 2/24/2023
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Citation Description: Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use are not
smooth, durable, or easily cleanable for areas where food operations are conducted; or are absorbent for areas
subject to moisture, or flushing or spray cleaning methods. Carpet for carpeted areas is not closely woven and
easily cleanable. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings not designed, constructed, and
installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 6-101.11 and 6-201.11
Observation: Backroom-- Unsealed raw wood is used for wall construction near the ice maker.
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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
Backroom-- Black dust buildup on the upper surfaces inside the walk-in cooler.
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99
Expired Permit- The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12(1)
(a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) F.A.C.
The establishment is operating with an expired food permit.
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INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE
Violation
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Royal Gas in Deland: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)
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.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. |
Royal Gas in Deland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Royal Gas in Deland last inspected?
- Royal Gas in Deland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 3, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Royal Gas in Deland had?
- Royal Gas in Deland has 7 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Royal Gas in Deland find?
- Royal Gas in Deland was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 3, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Royal Gas in Deland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Royal Gas in Deland has 2 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 Royal Gas in Deland?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Royal Gas in Deland are: 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; 2-201.11(A): The establishment does not require food employees or conditional employees to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to reportable symptoms, diagnosis, past illnesses or history of exposure to diseases that are transmissible through food. Food employee or conditional employee does not report necessary additional information such as date of onset of symptoms or illness, or diagnosis without symptoms. 2-201.11(A) P; 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.
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