FDACS Citation 3-304.15(A): Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not
FDACS citation 3-304.15(A) (Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not) is a Priority violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code, with 133 citations in the past 12 months across 347 Florida facilities. Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Citation 3-304.15(A) — Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not — is classified as a priority violation under Florida FDACS inspection standards in the Food chapter.
What the Code Says
3-304.15(A) — Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not
Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
discarded when damaged or soiled or when interruptions occur in the operation.
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 | 55 |
| Pinellas | 16 |
| St. Johns | 14 |
| Palm Beach | 10 |
| St. Lucie | 10 |
| Broward | 6 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moulin Rose & Bakery Shop | Miami | 3 | Jul 21, 2022 |
| Bagelicious Deli and Bakery | Ocala | 2 | Feb 12, 2026 |
| Canaveral Meats | Cape Canaveral | 2 | Feb 4, 2026 |
| Dominos Pizza 5168 | Fort Pierce | 2 | Dec 3, 2025 |
| Gonzalez Bakery & Meat | Groveland | 2 | Nov 14, 2025 |
| Wine Beer & Deli | Hallandale Beach | 2 | Oct 24, 2025 |
| Sunset Bakery | Miami | 2 | Sep 19, 2025 |
| Vw Bravo Supermarket | Sunset Strip Sunrise | 2 | Aug 22, 2025 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Antojitos Mexicanos Bendicion, Fort Pierce—
Kitchen- Employees left area to perform other tasks then returned without changing gloves. Employees washed gloved hands after soiling them. COS- Employees removed gloves, washed hands, and donned fresh gloves. x
Thrifty Specialty Produce of Palm Bay Incorporated, Palm Bay—
Deli- Employee at grill handled raw foods then continued handling ready to eat foods without changing gloves and washing hands. COS- Employee washed hands and changed gloves. Y x
Golfeados 900, Medley—
Kitchen - Food employees wearing single-use gloves to handle food items, then changing tasks, entering and exiting the preparation areas without changing their gloves. COS, employees washed hands and donned new gloves. x
Sam's Club # 6212, Orlando—
Cafe - Observed food service employee touch their glasses with gloves on, then touched single service items. COS: The employee washed hands and changed gloves. x
B & B Bar B Que, Apalachicola—
Deli Department: Food employee went out to retail to help stored delivery before coming back to serve customer at hot bar with same set of single service gloves. COS. Inspector informed person-in-charge. Person-in-charge coached employee. Gloves were changed. Y x
Bagelicious Deli and Bakery, Ocala—
Cook Line: Employee cooking foods on grill entered back prep area to obtain clean utensils and returned to work in clam shell cooler without changing gloves and washing hands. COS: Manager provided guidance to employees and gloves were changed and hands washed. Y x
Frequently Cited Alongside 3-304.15(A)
6-501.11
3-501.16(A)(2)
2-501.11
3-501.16(A)(1)
4-501.11
2-103.11(A)-(N)
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 3-304.15(A)?
- FDACS citation 3-304.15(A) (Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not) is a Priority violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code. Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not discarded when damaged or soiled or when interruptions occur in the operation.
- How serious is FDACS violation 3-304.15(A) (Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not)?
- Priority (P): Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action. This code has been cited 371 times across 347 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 3-304.15(A)?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 3-304.15(A) (Single-use gloves not used for only one task, used for another purpose, or not) has been cited at 347 such facilities across Florida, with 133 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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