Giant 128 in Lakeland
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4301 New Tampa Hwy, Lakeland, FL 33815Giant 128 in Lakeland has been subject to multiple stop-sale and stop-use orders since December 2023, with the most significant enforcement action occurring on August 2, 2024. On that date, stop-sale orders required the destruction of products deemed adulterated under Florida Food Law due to improper hot-holding temperatures, raw animal food cross-contamination in storage, and five separate hemp extract products found to be attractive to children under FS 581.217 (brand: Uncle Bobs). A stop-use order was also issued for unsanitary equipment. All affected products were voluntarily destroyed and witnessed by the inspector. The August 2, 2024 inspection documented 11 violations across three priority levels: raw bacon stored with raw chicken and contaminated by chicken juice in a reach-in cooler, hot-held sandwiches measured at 114–124°F and 118°F respectively (minimum required 135°F), cold-held cheese measured at 51°F (maximum allowed 41°F), raw chicken stored in a t-shirt bag instead of a food container, and missing probe thermometer. All violations were corrected on site. Prior inspections in January 2024 and December 2023 documented additional violations including floor storage of raw eggs, missing facial hair restraints, and lack of hot water at handwashing sinks. A re-inspection was required following the December 2023 inspection. The facility operates without a valid food permit as of the most recent inspection.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Giant 128 in Lakeland: 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.
— 3 inspections
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed· 11 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
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— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 6 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection
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— Met Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements
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— Re-Inspection Required· 4 violations· 20 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
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STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 2 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg Total Weight: 3 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 4 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkas: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg. Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Mellow Fellow
Lot: # Of Pkgs: 2 Size Of Pkg: 2 ML Total Weight: 4 ML
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude
Lot: Batch: 006 # Of Pkgs: 10 Size Of Pkg: 1.15 oz Total Weight: 11.5 oz
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Lot # Of Pkgs: 2 Size Of Pkg: 23 g Total Weight: 46 g
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Happy Time
Lot: PM # Of Pkgs: 3
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bob's
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 7 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bob's
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 2 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 2 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bob's
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 4 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 4 Cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bob's
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 7 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Uncle Bobs
Lot: Batch # Of Pkgs: 7 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE — Brand: Lot # N/A # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 Ib
Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 Ib
Giant 128 in Lakeland: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (29)
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.
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| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper hot holding temperatures. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Protection From Contamination: Food separated and protected. | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean. … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev, 05/22 P… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 2 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Brand Name: Uncle Bobs Comments: . … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: Scanned by CamScanner Fl… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 P… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg Total Weight: 3 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 P… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 4 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Pr… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkas: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: FDACS-14225 Rev. 05/22 P… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg. Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev, 05/22 P… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Mellow Fellow / # Of Pkgs: 2 Size Of Pkg: 2 ML Total Weight: 4 ML | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: Scanned by CamScanner i … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Hemplitude / Batch: 006 # Of Pkgs: 10 Size Of Pkg: 1.15 oz Total Weight: 11.5 oz | ||
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Lot # Of Pkgs: 2 Size Of Pkg: 23 g Total Weight: 46 g | FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: Scanned by CamScanner D4… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Happy Time / PM # Of Pkgs: 3 | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated Size Of Pkg: 27 9 Total Weight: 81 g Invoice #… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bob's / Batch # Of Pkgs: 7 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: Scanned by CamSc… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bob's / Batch # Of Pkgs: 2 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 2 cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bob's / Batch # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: 4 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 4 Cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bob's / Batch # Of Pkgs: 7 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: FDACS-14325 Rev. … | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Uncle Bobs / Batch # Of Pkgs: 7 Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 7 cartridges | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration - Hemp Comments: Scanned by CamSc… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Lot # N/A # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 Ib / N/A # Of Pkgs: Size Of Pkg: Total Weight: 3 Ib | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper het holding temperatures. |
Giant 128 in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Giant 128 in Lakeland last inspected?
- Giant 128 in Lakeland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 2, 2024. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed.
- How many inspections has Giant 128 in Lakeland had?
- Giant 128 in Lakeland has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Giant 128 in Lakeland find?
- Giant 128 in Lakeland was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 2, 2024 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Check-back Needed).
- Has Giant 128 in Lakeland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Giant 128 in Lakeland has 29 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Giant 128 in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Giant 128 in Lakeland are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 3-501.16(A)(1): Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P.
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