FDACS Citation 4-601.11: Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits

Overview

FDACS citation 4-601.11 (Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code, with 1 citations in the past 12 months across 1 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.

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

GeneralPriority Level
Ch. 4Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
1Citations (12 mo)
1Total Citations
1Facilities Cited

Under Florida FDACS inspection rules, citation 4-601.11 (Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits) is a general violation addressing Equipment, Utensils, and Linens standards.

What the Code Says

4-601.11 — Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits

Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits
or other soil accumulation. 4-601.11 (B)
Obsecration: Food processing: Accumulation of carbon and grease on pans stored near
three-compartment sink.
Initial If all stated obsecrations have been corrected:

— 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 4-601.11 citations
CountyCitations
Palm Beach1

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 4-601.11
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
4 Points Market Establishment #: 259234 Boynton Beach 1 May 7, 2025

Frequently Cited Alongside 4-601.11

4-904.11

Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without

1 co-citations

3-201.11

Food not obtained from sources that comply with law

1 co-citations

3-602.11(B)(1)-(4)

Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an

1 co-citations

4-5٥1.11

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

1 co-citations

2-103.11(A)-(N)

A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person

1 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(2)

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

1 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 4-601.11?
FDACS citation 4-601.11 (Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code. Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits or other soil accumulation. 4-601.11 (B) Obsecration: Food processing: Accumulation of carbon and grease on pans stored near three-compartment sink. Initial If all stated obsecrations have been corrected:
How serious is FDACS violation 4-601.11 (Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits)?
General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 1 times across 1 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 4-601.11?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 4-601.11 (Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits) has been cited at 1 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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