FDACS Citation 3-302.11(A)(2): Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,

Overview

FDACS citation 3-302.11(A)(2) (Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,) is a Priority violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code, with 74 citations in the past 12 months across 553 Florida facilities. Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action.

Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.

PriorityPriority Level
Ch. 3Food
74Citations (12 mo)
592Total Citations
553Facilities Cited

FDACS citation 3-302.11(A)(2) (Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,) is a priority food safety violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code.

What the Code Says

3-302.11(A)(2) — Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,

Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,
preparation, holding or display by using separate equipment, arranging food in equipment so that cross
contamination is prevented, or preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas.

— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)

Priority Classification

Priority (P): Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action.

Florida FDACS uses the FDA Food Code priority system — Priority (P) violations have a direct link to foodborne illness; Priority Foundation (Pf) violations support food safety systems; Core (C) violations are good retail practices with no direct illness link.

Citations by County

Florida counties with the most 3-302.11(A)(2) citations
CountyCitations
Miami-Dade53
Polk23
Palm Beach20
Pinellas19
St. Johns16
St. Lucie15

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 3-302.11(A)(2)
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
Bravo Supermarket Lake Worth 2 Jan 16, 2026
Mobley's Custom Cuts Mc Alpin 2 Nov 13, 2025
Sedanos Supermarket # 0040 Orlando 2 Nov 7, 2025
Chef Rasta Rayon Authentic Island Food Cuisine Tampa 2 Sep 2, 2025
Tacos El Rincon Groveland 2 Aug 28, 2025
Shucos Mama Luchona 4x4 LLC Stuart 2 Aug 25, 2025
Walmart # 5704 Port St Lucie 2 Aug 21, 2025
Chevron Hwy 19 Gas and Grill Perry 2 Aug 6, 2025

Recent Inspector Observations

Antojitos Mexicanos Bendicion, Fort Pierce—

Back room- Raw chicken stacked over raw Beef in walk in cooler. COS- Chicken and Beef were moved during inspection. x

World Market and Cafe, Hollywood—

Retail Area: In house packaged raw chicken thighs stored directly above in house packaged pork ribs in retail display cooler. COS: Properly stored at time of inspection. Print Date: 3/27/2026 Page 1 of 5 x 13 Citation Description: Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4) Observation: Backroom Area: Multiple pans of previously cooked beats stored uncovered in walk in cooler.

Thrifty Specialty Produce of Palm Bay Incorporated, Palm Bay—

Meat department back room- Raw beef and Chicken held in walk in cooler with no separation between species. COS- Separation was created between species during inspection. Y x

Greenhead Market Establishment #: 421715, Chipley—

Retail: Ground pork sausage stored above pork ribs and pork shoulder in open air meat cooler. COS: Person in charge moved ground pork sausage to another shelf. x

S&s Food Stores #345, Live Oak—

Deli Area - Observed raw chicken stored above raw fish inside walk in cooler. Raw fish was properly relocated inside the walk in cooler. x

Tlalchapa Tienda Mexicana 2, Deland—

Food service: Raw breaded chicken stored on shelf over raw pork in raw meat case. COS: Raw chicken was relocated away from raw pork. Y x

Frequently Cited Alongside 3-302.11(A)(2)

6-501.11

Physical facilities not maintained in good repair

498 co-citations

3-302.11(A)(1)

Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from

290 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(2)

Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below

257 co-citations

6-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning

247 co-citations

2-501.11

Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when

237 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(1)

Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above,

230 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 3-302.11(A)(2)?
FDACS citation 3-302.11(A)(2) (Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,) is a Priority violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code. Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding or display by using separate equipment, arranging food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, or preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas.
How serious is FDACS violation 3-302.11(A)(2) (Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,)?
Priority (P): Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action. This code has been cited 592 times across 553 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 3-302.11(A)(2)?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 3-302.11(A)(2) (Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,) has been cited at 553 such facilities across Florida, with 74 citations in the past 12 months.
What does a Priority FDACS violation mean?
A Priority FDACS violation means: Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action. FDACS (Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services) uses this classification system — Priority (P), Priority Foundation (Pf), and Core (C) — aligned with the FDA Food Code.

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