FDACS Citation 4-301.12(A)-(C): Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate
FDACS citation 4-301.12(A)-(C) (Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate) is a Priority Foundation violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code, with 130 citations in the past 12 months across 205 Florida facilities. Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Citation 4-301.12(A)-(C) — Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate — is classified as a priority foundation violation under Florida FDACS inspection standards in the Equipment, Utensils, and Linens chapter.
What the Code Says
4-301.12(A)-(C) — Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate
Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
immersion of the largest equipment or utensil, not provided for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing
equipment and utensils; or a warewashing machine or alternative equipment as specified in the Food Code
not used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment or utensils that are too large for the warewashing
sink.
Priority Classification
Priority Foundation (Pf): Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures.
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 | 23 |
| Broward | 12 |
| Palm Beach | 8 |
| Union | 5 |
| Pinellas | 5 |
| Brevard | 4 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hallandale Queen of Smoke | Hallandale Beach | 2 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Kelley Quik Stop | Gainesville | 2 | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Mount Dora Jerky Co. | Mount Dora | 1 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Amnesia Smoke Shop | North Miami Beach | 1 | Mar 24, 2026 |
| Why Not? | Hollywood | 1 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Puff Emporium | Largo | 1 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Moonwell Botanica & Studio | Dunedin | 1 | Jan 13, 2026 |
| Cresent Supermarket | Miami | 1 | Jan 7, 2026 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Mount Dora Jerky Co., Mount Dora—
Establishment: No warewashing equipment provided for the washing of soiled equipment and utensils used in the food establishment. See Stop Use Order.
Amnesia Smoke Shop, North Miami Beach—
A three compartment sink not provided for proper cleaning of food contact equipments including jars displaying open hemp flowers. Stop Use order issued. See comments.
Why Not?, Hollywood—
A three compartment sink not provided for proper cleaning of food contact equipments including jars displaying open hemp flowers. Stop Use order issued. See comments.
Puff Emporium, Largo—
No three-compartment sink provided for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing of utensils. Stop Use Order issued.
Hallandale Queen of Smoke, Hallandale Beach—
A three compartment sink not provided as required to conduct open food processing/dispensing/packaging - including open hemp flowers and individual sales from bulk containers. Stop Sale and Stop Use orders issued. See comments.
Domino's Pizza 5004, Tampa—
Establishment does not have 3-compartment sink on premises and has exposed drink service. COS: Stop Use Order and Release issued, see orders. Drink Bar Removed From Service.
Frequently Cited Alongside 4-301.12(A)-(C)
2-501.11
5-203.11
6-501.11
6-301.14
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
6-202.14
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 4-301.12(A)-(C)?
- FDACS citation 4-301.12(A)-(C) (Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate) is a Priority Foundation violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code. Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate immersion of the largest equipment or utensil, not provided for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils; or a warewashing machine or alternative equipment as specified in the Food Code not used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment or utensils that are too large for the warewashing sink.
- How serious is FDACS violation 4-301.12(A)-(C) (Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate)?
- Priority Foundation (Pf): Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures. This code has been cited 208 times across 205 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 4-301.12(A)-(C)?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 4-301.12(A)-(C) (Sink with at least 3 compartments, that are large enough to accommodate) has been cited at 205 such facilities across Florida, with 130 citations in the past 12 months.
- What does a Priority Foundation FDACS violation mean?
- A Priority Foundation FDACS violation means: Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures. 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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