FDACS Citation 4-603.11: Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that

Overview

FDACS citation 4-603.11 (Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that) 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

FDACS citation 4-603.11 (Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that) is a general food safety violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code.

What the Code Says

4-603.11 — Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that

Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that
is soiled with food residues that are not dry or are time/temperature control for safety food, or cleaning
equipment used in dry cleaning food-contact surfaces is used for other purposes.

— 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 4-603.11 citations
CountyCitations
Baker1

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 4-603.11
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
Olustee General Food Store Sanderson 1 Jun 3, 2025

Frequently Cited Alongside 4-603.11

3-501.16(A)(2)

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

1 co-citations

5-203.14

Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas

1 co-citations

5-501.11

Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not

1 co-citations

6-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning

1 co-citations

5-205.11

Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee

1 co-citations

4-302.14

Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of

1 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 4-603.11?
FDACS citation 4-603.11 (Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code. Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that is soiled with food residues that are not dry or are time/temperature control for safety food, or cleaning equipment used in dry cleaning food-contact surfaces is used for other purposes.
How serious is FDACS violation 4-603.11 (Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that)?
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 4-603.11?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 4-603.11 (Dry cleaning method such as brushing, scraping or vacuuming used on surface that) 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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