Dollar General # in Hawthorne

Last inspected:

101 S County Road 21, Hawthorne, FL 32640

Part of: Dollar General Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Dollar General #14096 in Hawthorne has been inspected twice on record, with a combined 9 violations. A focused inspection on June 11, 2025 identified 1 violation following a consumer complaint; inspector notes indicate the issues were addressed with the person in charge. A July 11, 2024 inspection found 8 violations, including a priority foundation violation for missing written procedures to respond to vomitus or diarrhea discharge, and a priority foundation violation for improper handwashing provisions in the backroom restroom—paper towels were provided to correct the drying means deficiency during the inspection. The June 2025 focused inspection outcome indicates compliance with the complaint-related findings.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
9Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Hawthorne: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Focused Inspection

Inspector: DAVID CANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: JOSHUA CARUTH

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. Per Request# 5133712, a Focused Inspection was completed and the inspector addressed the issues in the consumer complaint with the person in charge.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)Repeat
Retail area - There was a buildup of old food residue and mold-like growth on the bottom shelf of milk cooler section. Dried old food residue was observed on upper level shelving and on display doors of milk cooler section. Cos - Shelves and door of milk cooler section were cleaned during inspection. Backroom area - There was a buildup of old food residue on the bottom shelf of overstock dairy cooler in the stockroom. Cos - Shelf was cleaned during inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: DAVID CANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: TERRI GODWIN

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. Inspector provided list of certified food protection manager course/test providers.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 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 PfPf
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. Please see comment section of report.
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Backroom area - There was no handwashing sign for the handwashing sink in the right side hallway restroom. Handwashing signs were provided by inspector.
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Backroom area - There was no means for drying hands at the handwashing sink in right side hallway restroom. Cos - Paper towels were provided
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Proof of a certified food protection manager not provided during inspection. Please see comments section of report.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail area - Dried milk reside was observed on shelving inside of retail milk display cooler. Backroom area - Old food residue was observed on the bottom shelf inside of overstock cooler in the stockroom.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom area - There was no covered lid waste receptacle in the right side hallway unisex restroom.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside grounds - Dumpster lids were left open.
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
Backroom area - There is an accumulation of dust on the ceiling ventilation fan cover inside of the restroom.

Dollar General # in Hawthorne: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Hawthorne last inspected?
Dollar General # 14096 in Hawthorne was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on June 11, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Hawthorne had?
Dollar General # 14096 in Hawthorne has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Hawthorne find?
Dollar General # 14096 in Hawthorne was most recently inspected by FDACS on June 11, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Dollar General # in Hawthorne had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 14096 in Hawthorne has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Hawthorne?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 14096 in Hawthorne are: 4-601.11(C): Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C); 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf.
Does Dollar General # in Hawthorne have any repeat violations?
Yes, Dollar General # 14096 in Hawthorne has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 4-601.11(C): Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C).

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