FDACS Citation 6-101.11(A)(3): Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject
FDACS citation 6-101.11(A)(3) (Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject) is a General violation under Chapter 6 (Physical Facility) of the FDA Food Code, with 4 citations in the past 12 months across 23 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Under Florida FDACS inspection rules, citation 6-101.11(A)(3) (Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject) is a general violation addressing Physical Facility standards.
What the Code Says
6-101.11(A)(3) — Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject
Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
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 |
|---|---|
| Hillsborough | 2 |
| Manatee | 1 |
| Suwannee | 1 |
| Highlands | 1 |
| Miami-Dade | 1 |
| Palm Beach | 1 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hosanna Caribbean Market | Apollo Beach | 2 | Oct 29, 2024 |
| Total Supermarket | North Miami | 1 | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Mega Mart of Pompano | Pompano Beach | 1 | Jan 29, 2025 |
| Stephanies Cocoa Island LLC | New Port Richey | 1 | May 24, 2024 |
| Ginnys and Jane Es Bakery Cafe and Store | Anna Maria | 1 | May 10, 2024 |
| Arco Grocery INC | Apopka | 1 | Apr 24, 2024 |
| Vw Publix 1500 | Deland | 1 | Jul 6, 2023 |
| Perrine's Produce | Dixie Freeway New Smyrna Beach | 1 | Nov 28, 2022 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Vw Publix 1500, Deland—
Produce-- Plywood sheets are used for temporary flooring near the floor drains at the processing area.
Perrine's Produce, Dixie Freeway New Smyrna Beach—
Backroom: Floor sealant worn and exposing raw concrete in back hallway and cold processing room. o
Hhh Food and Beverage, Lake Placid—
Back area- new raw wood flooring placed on floor in the back room needs to be rendered non absorbent or covered with a non absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable material in the ware washing/storage room. o
Frequently Cited Alongside 6-101.11(A)(3)
6-501.11
2-501.11
6-501.12
6-202.15
5-205.11
3-302.11(A)(1)
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 6-101.11(A)(3)?
- FDACS citation 6-101.11(A)(3) (Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject) is a General violation under Chapter 6 (Physical Facility) of the FDA Food Code. Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
- How serious is FDACS violation 6-101.11(A)(3) (Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject)?
- General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 25 times across 23 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 6-101.11(A)(3)?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 6-101.11(A)(3) (Flooring constructed of absorbent materials in areas subject to moisture or subject) has been cited at 23 such facilities across Florida, with 4 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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