FDACS Citation 3-302.11(A)(2): Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage,
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 160 citations in the past 12 months across 546 Florida facilities. Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
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,
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
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.
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
| County | Citations |
|---|---|
| Miami-Dade | 53 |
| Polk | 23 |
| Palm Beach | 20 |
| Pinellas | 19 |
| St. Johns | 16 |
| St. Lucie | 15 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last 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
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
Corner Market Deli, Williston—
Deli Area - Raw shell eggs stored above raw fish in reach in two door cooler. COS - Raw shell eggs were adequately relocated to the bottom shelf. Print Date: 2/19/2026 Page 1 of 3 Y x x 21 Pf Citation Description: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) Pf Observation: Retail Area - Open packages of half and half and French vanilla coffee creamer, cold held for more than 24 hours, were not date marked. COS - Date of opening was verified by manager and properly date marked before completion of the inspection.
Frequently Cited Alongside 3-302.11(A)(2)
6-501.11
3-302.11(A)(1)
3-501.16(A)(2)
6-501.12
2-501.11
3-501.16(A)(1)
References
- Florida FDACS Food Establishment Inspections
- FDA Food Code (Current Edition)
- Florida Administrative Code Chapter 5K-4
- All FDACS Citation Codes
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 585 times across 546 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 546 such facilities across Florida, with 160 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.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present. Exclusive archive — FDACS removes records after 4 years.
Citation Standard: FDA Food Code as adopted by Florida FDACS under Florida Statutes Chapter 500 and FAC 5K-4.
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Disclaimer: Citation descriptions reflect the FDA Food Code and Florida FDACS inspection standards current at time of publication.
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