FDACS Citation 3-304.13: Linens used in contact with food

Overview

FDACS citation 3-304.13 (Linens used in contact with food) is a General violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code, with 1 citations in the past 12 months across 3 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.

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

GeneralPriority Level
Ch. 3Food
1Citations (12 mo)
3Total Citations
3Facilities Cited

FDACS citation 3-304.13 (Linens used in contact with food) is a general food safety violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code.

What the Code Says

3-304.13 — Linens used in contact with food

Linens used in contact with food.

— 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 3-304.13 citations
CountyCitations
Collier1

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 3-304.13
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
Bravo Supermarket Naples 1 Dec 4, 2025

Recent Inspector Observations

Bravo Supermarket, Naples—

Meat Prep Area- Deli hams wrapped in cloths. (COS) Employee removed cloths from food contact during inspection.

Frequently Cited Alongside 3-304.13

6-501.14

Intake or exhaust air ducts not cleaned or filters not changed and they are a source

2 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(2)

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

2 co-citations

3-501.17(B)

Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and

2 co-citations

6-501.11

Physical facilities not maintained in good repair

1 co-citations

4-302.12

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

1 co-citations

3-304.14(B)(1)

Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between uses in

1 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 3-304.13?
FDACS citation 3-304.13 (Linens used in contact with food) is a General violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code. Linens used in contact with food.
How serious is FDACS violation 3-304.13 (Linens used in contact with food)?
General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 3 times across 3 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 3-304.13?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 3-304.13 (Linens used in contact with food) has been cited at 3 such facilities across Florida, with 1 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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