FDACS Citation 4-703.11: After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot
FDACS citation 4-703.11 (After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot) is a Priority violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code, with 26 citations in the past 12 months across 61 Florida facilities. Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
FDACS citation 4-703.11 (After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot) is a priority food safety violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code.
What the Code Says
4-703.11 — After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot
After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
water manual operation, not immersed for at least 30 seconds; hot water mechanical operation, utensil
surface temperature of 160°F not achieved; or chemical operation, minimum contact time not achieved.
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 |
|---|---|
| Polk | 5 |
| Pinellas | 3 |
| Flagler | 3 |
| Miami-Dade | 3 |
| Palm Beach | 3 |
| St. Johns | 2 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galafresh Farms | Lake Worth | 1 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 1042 | Palm Coast | 1 | Nov 14, 2025 |
| Sedanos Supermarket # 0040 | Orlando | 1 | Oct 22, 2025 |
| Domino's #3142 | Palm Coast | 1 | Aug 26, 2025 |
| Key Food Fresh Supermarket | Clermont | 1 | Aug 25, 2025 |
| Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 0770 | Champions Gate | 1 | May 6, 2025 |
| La Hacienda Meat Market | Winter Park | 1 | May 6, 2025 |
| Vw Publix 1048 | Orlando | 1 | Apr 29, 2025 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Galafresh Farms, Lake Worth—
Deli/Hot food area: Manufacturer minimum contact time for Purell Foodservice Surface Sanitizer not being followed when used on deli slicers and deli prep counter. o
Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 1042, Palm Coast—
Warewash area: Cutting board that had been washed and rinsed not left in sanitizer for the required 60 seconds per the sanitizer instructions.. COS: Employee sanitized cutting board for 60 seconds per side. x Print Date: 11/14/2025 Page 1 of 3 o
Sedanos Supermarket # 0040, Orlando—
Service Area/Warewashing Area: During the sanitizing step, utensils were immersed in sanitizer solution for approximately five seconds by employee. Container of quaternary sanitizer instructed for the utensils to be immersed for one minute. COS: Proper washing, rinsing and sanitizing procedures were discussed with the food establishment's management. Utensils were properly sanitized. Dishwashing Procedures handout was provided. x Print Date: 10/23/2025 Page 2 of 6 Y x 14 Citation Description: Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E) Observation: Service Area and Meat Department: There was buildup of mold-like substance inside the ice machines. COS: Ice machines were washed, rinsed and sanitized during the inspection. Service Area: There was buildup of dust and old food debris on guide rail of orange juicer machine. COS: Juicer was washed, rinsed and sanitized during the inspection.
Domino's #3142, Palm Coast—
Deli: Employee washed and rinsed a pair of tongs and placed the tongs in sanitizer solution for 2-3 seconds. Upon reading the directions on the sanitizer bottle the time needed for sanitation is one minute. COS: Manager directed employee to place tongs at warewash area. Employee procured a clean set of tongs.
Key Food Fresh Supermarket, Clermont—
Kitchen: Clean utensils were placed in santizer for less than the required manufacturer's instructions of one minute. Per employee, utensils were placed in sanitizer for 30 seconds before being removed. COS: Utensils were placed back in sanitizer for the correct contact time. x
La Hacienda Meat Market, Winter Park—
Warewashing Area: Employee placed washed and rinsed utensils in sanitizer solution for shorter than the needed two minute contact time according to manufacturer's instructions. COS: Employee was instructed to sanitize the utensils properly. Y x
Frequently Cited Alongside 4-703.11
6-501.11
3-501.16(A)(2)
4-501.11
3-501.16(A)(1)
4-903.11(A)
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 4-703.11?
- FDACS citation 4-703.11 (After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot) is a Priority violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code. After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot water manual operation, not immersed for at least 30 seconds; hot water mechanical operation, utensil surface temperature of 160°F not achieved; or chemical operation, minimum contact time not achieved.
- How serious is FDACS violation 4-703.11 (After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot)?
- Priority (P): Directly linked to foodborne illness or injury. Requires immediate corrective action. This code has been cited 61 times across 61 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 4-703.11?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 4-703.11 (After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces or utensils not sanitized in: hot) has been cited at 61 such facilities across Florida, with 26 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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