Dollar General # in Lake Placid

Last inspected:

16454 Sand Oak Ct, Lake Placid, FL 33852

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

Overview

Dollar General #16041 in Lake Placid had one FDACS inspection on record, conducted December 31, 2025, which documented 11 violations including corrected-on-site findings. An inspector observed poisonous and toxic materials for retail sale stored on display shelves above and with various packages of single-use articles in the retail area; the person in charge relocated these items during the inspection to comply with storage requirements. The establishment lacked written procedures for responding to vomit or diarrhea events; management was provided a guidance handout to develop step-by-step cleanup procedures. The inspection disposition was "Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements."

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
11Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Lake Placid: 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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 11 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: SHERRY TILLMAN

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.

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
The food establishment does not have a written vomit or diarrhea event clean up procedure available. A guidance handout was given to the food establishment's management to help them write up step by step procedures for vomit and/or diarrhea event clean up.
7-301.11 Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 PP
Retail area- Retail area- various toxic chemicals stored on display shelves above and with various packages of single use articles. COS- person in charge relocated the chemicals and/or single use articles so that they are properly displayed/stored on the display shelves as required. x
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 area- no hand washing sign posted at the hand wash sink notifying employees to wash hands in the 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.
No certified food protection manager certificate available for inspector review.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by eliminating harborage conditions. 6-501.111(D)
Outside area- tree branches touching the awning attached to the north side of building.
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
Back area- gap/opening under the double receiving doors.
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
Outside area- plastic coating is peeling off the inner walls inside the bagged ice freezer unit.
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Retail area- ice buildup inside freezer display at the top near several display doors.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back area- no covered waste receptacles provided in the restrooms.
5-501.11 Storage area or enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables not clean. 5-501.115
Outside area- trash/rubbish accumulating on the concrete floor inside the enclosed area for dumpster unit.
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 area- lids left open on the garbage dumpster unit that has garbage/trash in it.

Dollar General # in Lake Placid: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Lake Placid last inspected?
Dollar General # 16041 in Lake Placid was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 31, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Lake Placid had?
Dollar General # 16041 in Lake Placid has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Lake Placid find?
Dollar General # 16041 in Lake Placid was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 31, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General # in Lake Placid had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 16041 in Lake Placid has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Lake Placid?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 16041 in Lake Placid are: 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; 7-301.11: Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 P.

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