FDACS Citation 5-402.11: Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
FDACS citation 5-402.11 (Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from) is a Priority Foundation violation under Chapter 5 (Water, Plumbing, and Waste) of the FDA Food Code, with 272 citations in the past 12 months across 722 Florida facilities. Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Under Florida FDACS inspection rules, citation 5-402.11 (Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from) is a priority foundation violation addressing Water, Plumbing, and Waste standards.
What the Code Says
5-402.11 — Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed.
Priority Classification
Priority Foundation (Pf): Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures.
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 |
|---|---|
| Miami-Dade | 103 |
| Palm Beach | 84 |
| Pinellas | 57 |
| Polk | 46 |
| Broward | 32 |
| Hillsborough | 23 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuevo Siglo Supermarket | Miami | 4 | Oct 23, 2025 |
| Living Water Snow Cones and More | Lakeland | 3 | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Kwick Stop | Tallahassee | 3 | Feb 3, 2026 |
| Bay Supermarket | Miami | 3 | Jan 6, 2026 |
| One Step Food Mart | Tampa | 3 | Oct 27, 2025 |
| Sunset Bakery | Miami | 3 | Sep 19, 2025 |
| Frank's Fresh Fruits Mini Market | Miami | 3 | Jun 4, 2025 |
| Rhino's Smoked Meats | Tallahassee | 3 | Mar 18, 2025 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Nosh Bakery & Eatery, Lake Wales—
Back area- 3 compartment sink's waste water drain plumbing is directly connected to the septic system, no air gap installed in the waste drain plumbing for the sink.
Seven Brothers Foodmart, Lakeland—
Food service area: There is a direct connection between the sewage system and the three compartment sink (no air gap). Ice packaging area: There is a direct connection between the sewage system and the ice maker (no air gap).
Taqueria Dos Hermanos, Gibsonton—
Food service restaurant: No air gap beneath the 3 compartment sink. Meat department: No air gap beneath the 3 compartment sink.
Maxie Angel INC, Citra—
Warewashing area - There is a direct connection on the drainline of the warewashing sink.
Tacos Bravo, Tampa—
Warewashing area: There is a direct connection between the sewage system and the three compartment sink (no air gap).
Living Water Snow Cones and More, Lakeland—
Warewashing area: There is a direct connection between the sewage system and the three compartment sink (no air gap).
Frequently Cited Alongside 5-402.11
2-501.11
6-501.11
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
4-302.14
6-301.11
6-301.14
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 5-402.11?
- FDACS citation 5-402.11 (Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from) is a Priority Foundation violation under Chapter 5 (Water, Plumbing, and Waste) of the FDA Food Code. Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed.
- How serious is FDACS violation 5-402.11 (Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from)?
- Priority Foundation (Pf): Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures. This code has been cited 787 times across 722 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 5-402.11?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 5-402.11 (Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from) has been cited at 722 such facilities across Florida, with 272 citations in the past 12 months.
- What does a Priority Foundation FDACS violation mean?
- A Priority Foundation FDACS violation means: Supports Priority items. Failure to meet these facilitates food safety failures. 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.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data and inspection records, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: Citation descriptions reflect the FDA Food Code and Florida FDACS inspection standards current at time of publication.
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