Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton

Last inspected:

6005 Big Bend Rd, Gibsonton, FL 33534
Overview

Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton was issued a Stop Use Order on August 1, 2024 for unsanitary equipment under FS 500.04 and FS 500.172, requiring correction of food and nonfood-contact surfaces. The facility's initial inspection on the same date documented 12 violations and operating without a valid food permit. Priority violations included raw chicken in the walk-in cooler measuring 48°F and raw chicken and raw fish in a silver cooler measuring between 50°F and 57°F; both were relocated to the freezer to quick chill to 41°F or below during the inspection. Additional violations cited the person in charge's inability to correctly answer questions about foodborne illness prevention and the absence of backflow prevention devices on hoses at the mop sink. A callback inspection is required to verify corrections before permit processing can proceed.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
12Violations
1Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed· 12 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Request #5115925 Initial Inspection Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge unable to correctly respond to questions relating to Foodborne Illnesses. Employee Health Policy was reviewed with person in charge. o
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Walk In Cooler: Internal temperature of raw chicken recently placed on shelf nearest walk in cooler door measures 48 F. Food Service Area: Internal temperature of raw chicken and raw fish recently placed in silver cooler nearest cooking area measures between 50 F and 57 F. COS: Out of temperature products relocated to freezer to quick chill to 41 F or below before placed in proper refrigeration. x Print Date: 8/1/2024 Page 1 of 4 24 Pf o Citation Description: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf Observation: Establishments written procedures for responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event is incomplete. Procedures do not include to segregate the affected area, to dispose of any contaminated foods and/or single service items, and to disinfect any food equipment and/or utensils. Information regarding what must be included in the written procedures provided.
74 Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
Retail Area: No sign posted for hemp extract intended for inhalation stating that "The sale of Hemp Extract intended for inhalation to persons under the age of 21 is prohibited, proof of age is required for purchase". COS: Industry sign provided and posted.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Retail Area: Open gap at middle and bottom junctures of front entrance doors does not provide a protective seal to prevent pest intrusion.
4-903.11(C) Single-service or single-use articles not kept in the original protective package or not stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. 4-903.11(C)
Retail Area: Coffee straws not individually packaged or dispensed protected from possible consumer contamination.
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Walk In Cooler: Equipment not maintaining foods at 41 F or below. Ambient temperature inside walk in cooler measures between 45 F and 47 F. COS: Walk In Cooler properly adjusted by management and verified to be in working condition by inspector. Food Service Area: Silver cooler not maintaining foods at 41 F or below. Stop Use Order issued 08/01/2024.
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Warewashing Area: Buildup on sprayer nozzle of 3-compartment sink.
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Back Room Area: Old food buildup on internal surfaces of two door cooler. Old food buildup on handles of two door cooler. Food Service Area: Old food buildup on handles of silver cooler. Old grease buildup on legs and wheels of roller cart. Walk In Cooler: Mold-like buildup on drink shelving.
5-203.14 Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Back Room Area: No backflow prevention devices on hoses at mop sink.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Food Service Area: Soiled ceiling tiles over cooking area. Heavy old grease buildup on baseboards behind cooking area. Old food and debris on floors between equipment and counters. Back Room Area: Soiled floors and soiled ceiling tiles. Walk In Cooler: Mold-like buildup along back wall. Litter on floors under shelving.
83 Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
Retail Area: No sign posted for Kratom products for human consumption stating that "The sale of Kratom to persons under the age of 21 is prohibited, proof of age is required for purchase". COS: Sign posted by management.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for further assistance. o INSPECTION: KRATOM Violation No.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used. Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Print Date: 8/1/2024 Page 1 of 2 When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing). 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS N/A I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Mobil Food Mart hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report. N/A ____________________________________________ (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST PARTH PATEL, PERSON IN CHARGE Print Name and Title FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 8/1/2024 Page 2 of 2

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Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…

Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton last inspected?
Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 1, 2024. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed.
How many inspections has Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton had?
Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton find?
Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 1, 2024 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed).
Has Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Mobil Food Mart in Gibsonton are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15.

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