FDACS Citation 4-903.11(A): Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6

Overview

FDACS citation 4-903.11(A) (Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code, with 694 citations in the past 12 months across 2,018 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.

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

GeneralPriority Level
Ch. 4Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
694Citations (12 mo)
2,359Total Citations
2,018Facilities Cited

Citation 4-903.11(A) — Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 — is classified as a general violation under Florida FDACS inspection standards in the Equipment, Utensils, and Linens chapter.

What the Code Says

4-903.11(A) — Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6

Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6
inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.

— 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 4-903.11(A) citations
CountyCitations
Orange10
Hillsborough9
Miami-Dade9
Polk9
Palm Beach8
Wakulla6

Most Cited Facilities

Florida FDACS facilities most cited for 4-903.11(A)
FacilityCityTimes CitedLast Cited
Streamline Hotel Rooftop Bar Daytona Beach 1 Jan 6, 2026
Charleys Philly Steaks Saint Augustine 1 Nov 17, 2025
J a W Deli Corp Pembroke Pines 1 Oct 24, 2025
Subway Sandwiches & Salads Ocala 1 Sep 15, 2025
Charleys Philly Steaks Spring Hill 1 Aug 28, 2025
Subway 60231 Miami 1 Aug 12, 2025
Pizza Days Miami Beach 1 Apr 15, 2025
McDonalds #23546 Orlando 1 Mar 4, 2025

Recent Inspector Observations

Nosh Bakery & Eatery, Lake Wales—

Back area- cases of single use articles stored on the floor in the front storage room.

7-eleven Store #32706b, Clermont—

Hot food line: Spatulas stored underneath panini press on soiled table. COS: Manager wash, rinsed and sanitized item during inspection.Back room: Moisture observed between stacked containers on clean dish storage shelf.

Sarahs Tent, Aventura—

Backroom Area: Multiple cases of single service items stored on floor in storage room. Salad Area: Roll of single service plastic wrap on floor at wrap station. COS: Properly stored at time of inspection. Meat Area: Single service meat papers stored on floor in cutting room at band saw. COS: Properly stored at time of inspection.

Fast Freddys Establishment #: 395111, Perry—

Cup rack area: Last cup not protected from potential contamination. COS- Lids were affixed to last cup. Oven area: Pizza boxes not stored inverted. COS- Boxes were inverted.

Antojitos Mexicanos Bendicion, Fort Pierce—

Kitchen: utensils stored in container by the fryer not inverted. COS utensils were inverted.

Seven Brothers Foodmart, Lakeland—

Food service area: Various utensils (spatulas, whisks, scoops, etc.) not stored inverted in holders.

Frequently Cited Alongside 4-903.11(A)

6-501.11

Physical facilities not maintained in good repair

1,878 co-citations

2-501.11

Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when

1,133 co-citations

6-501.12

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

967 co-citations

5-205.11

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

800 co-citations

6-301.11

Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand

754 co-citations

3-501.16(A)(2)

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

751 co-citations

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FDACS citation code 4-903.11(A)?
FDACS citation 4-903.11(A) (Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6) is a General violation under Chapter 4 (Equipment, Utensils, and Linens) of the FDA Food Code. Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.
How serious is FDACS violation 4-903.11(A) (Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6)?
General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 2359 times across 2,018 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 4-903.11(A)?
FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 4-903.11(A) (Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6) has been cited at 2,018 such facilities across Florida, with 694 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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