Dollar General # in Lake City

Last inspected:

857 Sw Main Blvd Ste 120, Lake City, FL 32025

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

Overview

Dollar General #1404 in Lake City has been inspected 4 times since December 2022, with 11 total violations on record. The facility has had recurring citations for inadequate hot water in employee restroom handwashing sinks—cited in three consecutive inspections (December 2022, January 2023, and February 2023)—and for lacking written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events (cited twice, in December 2022 and August 2025). The most recent inspection on August 21, 2025 documented 4 violations and found that written procedures and guidance for vomiting and diarrheal event cleanup had been provided; the inspector notes indicate that corrected violations would require electronic submission to [email protected].

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

4FDACS Insp.
11Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Lake City: FDACS Inspection History (4)

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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

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. Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events, and hand wash signs provided.

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 vomit or diarrhea.
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
Back room area - No hand wash signs in restrooms.
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.
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13Repeat
Back room area - Excessive dried milk and dirt build up on reach in cooler floor.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: Establishment has 30 days to provide hot water to employee restrooms or a re-inspection will be issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Focused Inspection

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: Establishment has 30 days to provide hot water to employee restrooms or a re-inspection will be issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made.

Risk-Based Violations

5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Back room area - No hot water provided at hand wash sinks in employee restrooms. Work order in place for repair. o
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: Establishment has 30 days to provide hot water to employee restrooms or a re-inspection will be issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made.

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 vomit or diarrhea. o
5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Back room area - No hot water at hand wash sinks in men's and women's restrooms. o
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
Back room area - No wash hands sign in women's restroom. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back room area - No lid on trash can in women's restroom. o
5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside area - Dumpster missing drain plug. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Damaged and stained ceiling tiles through out store. Damaged floor tiles through out store. o Print Date: 12/22/2022 Page 1 of 3

Dollar General # in Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Lake City last inspected?
Dollar General # 1404 in Lake City was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 21, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Lake City had?
Dollar General # 1404 in Lake City has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Lake City find?
Dollar General # 1404 in Lake City was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 21, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General # in Lake City had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 1404 in Lake City has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Lake City?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 1404 in Lake City are: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf; 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; 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 Pf.
Does Dollar General # in Lake City have any repeat violations?
Yes, Dollar General # 1404 in Lake City has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf.

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