FDACS Citation 3-303.11: Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or

Overview

FDACS citation 3-303.11 (Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or) is a Priority violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code, with 0 citations in the past 12 months across 1 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
0Citations (12 mo)
1Total Citations
1Facilities Cited

Under Florida FDACS inspection rules, citation 3-303.11 (Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or) is a priority violation addressing Food standards.

What the Code Says

3-303.11 — Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or

Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or
cooling coils or tubes of equipment.

— 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.

Frequently Cited Alongside 3-303.11

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Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent

1 co-citations

2-501.11

Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when

1 co-citations

3-305.11

Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food

1 co-citations

4-302.12

Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in

1 co-citations

4-501.17

Wash compartment of a sink, mechanical warewasher, or wash receptacle of alternative

1 co-citations

4-903.12

Single-service or single-use articles stored in a locker room, toilet room, garbage

1 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 3-303.11?
FDACS citation 3-303.11 (Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or) is a Priority violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code. Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or cooling coils or tubes of equipment.
How serious is FDACS violation 3-303.11 (Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or)?
Priority (P): Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action. This code has been cited 1 times across 1 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 3-303.11?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 3-303.11 (Ice used as food after being used to cool the exterior surfaces of food, packaged food, or) has been cited at 1 such facilities across Florida, with 0 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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