Lorida General Store in Lorida

Last inspected:

1731 Us Highway 98, Lorida, FL 33857
Overview

Lorida General Store, a convenience store in Highlands County, had one inspection on record from February 2, 2023, which was a compliance check-back following a prior inspection. The facility documented eight violations, including three that were corrected on site. A priority violation found hot-held breakfast sandwiches and sausage patties in store hot-hold units measuring 121–130°F, below the required 135°F minimum; the food employee voluntarily discarded the out-of-temperature items during the inspection. Two priority foundation violations identified the lack of a written vomit and diarrhea event cleanup procedure, and a hand-wash sink in the cooking area that had cleaning articles and margarine containers stored inside it; both issues were corrected during the inspection. The inspection disposition was Met Inspection Requirements.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
8Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Lorida General Store in Lorida: 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 Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection.

Risk-Based Violations

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) PP
Food service area- various in store made and packaged breakfast sandwiches in one hot hold unit are out of temperature, internal temperatures ranged from 121 to 130 degrees F. COS- food employee voluntarily discarded the out of temperature breakfast sandwiches. Sausage patties and bacon are out of temperature in the small hot hold unit, internal temperatures were 127 to 130 degrees F. COS- food employee reheated the sausages and bacon in the microwave and temperatures were rechecked and both were found to be above 165 degrees F and were placed back under the hot hold heat lamp, but more elevated under the lamp. x
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 had been given to the food establishment's management on the previous inspection to help them write up step by step procedures for vomit and/or diarrhea event clean up. o
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 PfPf
Back area- hand wash sink in the cooking area has cleaning articles and plastic used margarine containers stored in the sink. COS- person in charge removed all the articles from the hand wash sink. x
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. o Print Date: 2/2/2023 Page 1 of 3

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Food service area- opened jugs of barbecue sauces turned upside down and stored on the floor. COS- food employee moved them up off the floor onto a shelf. x
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A)
Food service area- boxes of single use plastic silverware stored on the floor. COS- food employee moved them off the floor and onto a storage shelf. x
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
Back area- dirt buildup on the floor in the hand wash sink and rear exit door in the cooking area. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back area- walls damaged in the back storage areas, rear exit door is badly damaged/corroded. o

Lorida General Store in Lorida: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lorida General Store in Lorida last inspected?
Lorida General Store in Lorida was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 2, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Lorida General Store in Lorida had?
Lorida General Store in Lorida has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Lorida General Store in Lorida find?
Lorida General Store in Lorida was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 2, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Lorida General Store in Lorida had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Lorida General Store in Lorida has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Lorida General Store in Lorida?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Lorida General Store in Lorida 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; 3-501.16(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; 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.

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