FDACS Citation 4-801.11: Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter

Overview

FDACS citation 4-801.11 (Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code, with 2 citations in the past 12 months across 11 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.

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

GeneralPriority Level
Ch. 4Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
2Citations (12 mo)
11Total Citations
11Facilities Cited

Under Florida FDACS inspection rules, citation 4-801.11 (Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter) is a general violation addressing Equipment, Utensils, and Linens standards.

What the Code Says

4-801.11 — Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter

Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter.

— 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 4-801.11 citations
CountyCitations
Sarasota2
Collier1
Miami-Dade1
Lee1

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 4-801.11
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
Sushi With Gusto Bradenton 1 Oct 6, 2025
Jimmy P's Butcher Shop and Deli Naples 1 Jun 10, 2025
Farmer Joes Cape Coral 1 Feb 25, 2025
Kc Key Food Mart Nokomis 1 Oct 18, 2023
Vw Publix 0657 Miami 1 Nov 29, 2022

Recent Inspector Observations

Vw Publix 0657, Miami—

Bakery Department, blue oven mitts with encrusted old food residue and in extremely torn condition hanging on large oven handles. o Print Date: 11/29/2022 Page 1 of 3 54 Citation Description: Intake or exhaust air ducts not cleaned or filters not changed and they are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, or other materials; or ventilation system vented to the outside creates a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge. 6-501.14 Observation: Deli Department, excessive grease accumulation on large exhaust hood with grease drips along the bottom of the drip pan, that is over deep fryer and stove.

Frequently Cited Alongside 4-801.11

4-903.11(A)

Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6

5 co-citations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)

Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing

4 co-citations

6-501.12

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

4 co-citations

3-304.12(B)

During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil stored in food that is not

4 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(2)

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

4 co-citations

4-602.13

Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to

4 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 4-801.11?
FDACS citation 4-801.11 (Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code. Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter.
How serious is FDACS violation 4-801.11 (Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter)?
General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 11 times across 11 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 4-801.11?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 4-801.11 (Clean linens not free from food residue or other soiling matter) has been cited at 11 such facilities across Florida, with 2 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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