FDACS Citation 5-501.12: Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of
FDACS citation 5-501.12 (Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of) is a General violation under Chapter 5 (Water, Plumbing, and Waste) of the FDA Food Code, with 2 citations in the past 12 months across 12 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
FDACS citation 5-501.12 (Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of) is a general food safety violation under Chapter 5 (Water, Plumbing, and Waste) of the FDA Food Code.
What the Code Says
5-501.12 — Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of
Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
durable and cleanable materials.
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
| County | Citations |
|---|---|
| Lake | 1 |
| Volusia | 1 |
| Flagler | 1 |
| Pasco | 1 |
| Palm Beach | 1 |
| Jackson | 1 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobby Lobby #718 | Palm Coast | 1 | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Tulipan Bakery | West Palm Beach | 1 | Aug 28, 2023 |
| Walgreens # 3931 | Edgewater | 1 | Feb 6, 2023 |
| Dollar General # 12157 | Groveland | 1 | Nov 29, 2022 |
| Super Discount Beverage | Brooksville | 1 | Jul 7, 2022 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Hobby Lobby #718, Palm Coast—
Loading Dock Area: Trash compactor area contains significant build up of trash and debris.
Tulipan Bakery, West Palm Beach—
Outside: Cardboard stored directly on ground and up against building creating a harborage condition.
Dollar General # 12157, Groveland—
Exterior: the interior of the dumpster corral has a heavy build up of trash and debris. The area behind the green dumpster has trash and debris behind and along side of the dumpster. o
Frequently Cited Alongside 5-501.12
5-501.11
6-501.11
6-301.14
2-501.11
6-501.12
6-301.11
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 5-501.12?
- FDACS citation 5-501.12 (Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of) is a General violation under Chapter 5 (Water, Plumbing, and Waste) of the FDA Food Code. Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of durable and cleanable materials.
- How serious is FDACS violation 5-501.12 (Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of)?
- General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 12 times across 12 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 5-501.12?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 5-501.12 (Outdoor enclosure for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of) has been cited at 12 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.
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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