FDACS Citation 3-302.11(A)(4): Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered

Overview

FDACS citation 3-302.11(A)(4) (Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered) is a General violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code, with 117 citations in the past 12 months across 592 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.

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

GeneralPriority Level
Ch. 3Food
117Citations (12 mo)
634Total Citations
592Facilities Cited

Under Florida FDACS inspection rules, citation 3-302.11(A)(4) (Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered) is a general violation addressing Food standards.

What the Code Says

3-302.11(A)(4) — Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered

Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered
containers or wrappings.

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

Priority Classification

General (General): General food safety requirement.

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)(4) citations
CountyCitations
Miami-Dade76
Polk22
St. Johns20
Palm Beach19
St. Lucie18
Broward18

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 3-302.11(A)(4)
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
Nuevo Siglo Supermarket Miami 3 Oct 23, 2025
Llr Bakery Franchise LLC Pembroke Pines 3 Jun 23, 2025
The Fresh Market # 218 Boca Raton 2 Mar 11, 2026
Aventura Market LLC Aventura 2 Jan 12, 2026
Racetrac#2536 St. Augustine 2 Nov 24, 2025
Donut King Minneola 2 Nov 18, 2025
Pinecrest Bakery Miami 2 Nov 6, 2025
New York Mart Establishment #: 412068 Sunset Strip Sunrise 2 Nov 4, 2025

Recent Inspector Observations

Island Vibes, Pompano Beach—

Food service - Uncovered containers of tea stored in cold units beneath preparation table.

Kooler Ice - Aliana Meat Market, Tampa—

Meat back area: Collard greens not stored protected on shelving in walk-in cooler. Outside: Collard greens not stored protected on shelving in walk-in cooler. COS: Collard greens were covered.

Sarahs Tent, Aventura—

Backroom Area: Multiple containers of cooked food stored uncovered in walk in coolers.

Fast Freddys Establishment #: 395111, Perry—

Kitchen freezer area: Box of egg rolls stored open and exposed in freezer. COS- Egg rolls were properly covered.

Sunoco, Hialeah—

Backroom Area: Sugar next to coffee machine not covered. COS: Sugar was covered during inspection.

Vw Publix 0605, Orlando—

Walk-in Cooler: A container of pickled ginger stored on the shelf was left partially uncovered.

Frequently Cited Alongside 3-302.11(A)(4)

6-501.11

Physical facilities not maintained in good repair

641 co-citations

2-501.11

Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when

345 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(2)

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

297 co-citations

5-205.11

Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee

274 co-citations

4-501.11

Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not

266 co-citations

6-501.12

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

258 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 3-302.11(A)(4)?
FDACS citation 3-302.11(A)(4) (Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered) is a General violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code. Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings.
How serious is FDACS violation 3-302.11(A)(4) (Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered)?
General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 634 times across 592 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 3-302.11(A)(4)?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 3-302.11(A)(4) (Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered) has been cited at 592 such facilities across Florida, with 117 citations in the past 12 months.
What does a General FDACS violation mean?
A General FDACS violation means: General food safety requirement. 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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