Walgreens # in Lakeland

Last inspected:

6210 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland, FL 33813

Part of: Walgreens Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Walgreens #5979 in Lakeland had one inspection on record as of March 2025. The facility received a repeat violation for handwashing sinks in the back area restrooms that were not equipped to provide hot water at the required minimum temperature of 100°F. During the March 10, 2025 inspection, the person in charge identified an electrical switch in the off position on the wall beneath the hot water heater unit in the utility/mop closet and restored power, making hot water immediately available at the restroom handwashing sinks. The violation was corrected on site. The inspection was completed with all cited violations addressed.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
3Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Walgreens # in Lakeland: 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· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, 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.

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) PfPfRepeat
Back area- no hot water provided at the hand wash sinks in the restrooms. COS- person in charge found an electrical switch in the off position on the wall under the hot water heater unit in the utility/mop closet. Hot water now available at the hand wash sinks in the restrooms.

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
Outside area- gap around pipe going through the building's wall near the pharmacy drive thru area needs to be resealed.
5-501.11 Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not maintained in good repair. 5-501.111
Outside area- garbage disposal chute on outside that is attached to the building's wall is badly corroded underneath.

Walgreens # in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Walgreens # in Lakeland last inspected?
Walgreens # 5979 in Lakeland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 10, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Walgreens # in Lakeland had?
Walgreens # 5979 in Lakeland has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Walgreens # in Lakeland find?
Walgreens # 5979 in Lakeland was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 10, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Walgreens # in Lakeland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Walgreens # 5979 in Lakeland has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Walgreens # in Lakeland?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Walgreens # 5979 in Lakeland 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; 6-202.15: 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; 5-501.11: Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not maintained in good repair. 5-501.111.

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