Dollar General # in Lutz

Last inspected:

26609 Wesley Chapel Blvd, Lutz, FL 33559

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

Overview

Dollar General #6443 in Lutz had two FDACS inspections on record between October 2023 and March 2026, with a combined 8 violations. The facility received priority violations in both inspections for improper storage of poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale above food and food-contact items. During the October 2023 inspection, chemical products were stored above single-use items intended for use with food; the establishment corrected this on site by moving chemicals to the bottom shelf. The March 2026 inspection found cleaning products stored above sauces in the retail area; foods were moved to a safe location during the visit. A priority foundation violation was cited in October 2023 for the absence of written procedures for vomiting and diarrheal event response; guidance was provided by the inspector. The March 2026 inspection cited the facility for failing to provide a suitable probe thermometer for food temperature measurement, though no temperature violations were observed. Both inspections resulted in met inspection requirements status. The facility was directed to provide water source information to FDACS within 30 days of each inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
8Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Lutz: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: KAY CARTER

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. Entity must provide water source information within 30 days information can be emailed to [email protected]

Risk-Based Violations

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: Cleaning products stored above sauces. COS: Foods moved to a safe location.
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.Repeat
Food establishment could not provide documentation of certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Establishment could not provide a suitable probe thermometer. No temperature violations observed during this visit.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17Repeat
Employee restroom: Covered trash receptacle not provided.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, 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. Entity must provide water source information within30 days information can be emailed to [email protected] Guidance for Written Procedure for Vomiting and Diarrheal events 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 could not provide written procedures for clean-up and disinfection of vomiting and diarrheal events.
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: Chemical products stored above single use items intended for use with food. COS: Chemical products moved to the bottom shelf. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail area: Accumulation of dry spilled milk in retail cooler.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Unisex restroom: Covered trash receptacle not provided.

Dollar General # in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Lutz last inspected?
Dollar General # 6443 in Lutz was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 27, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Lutz had?
Dollar General # 6443 in Lutz has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Lutz find?
Dollar General # 6443 in Lutz was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 27, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General # in Lutz had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 6443 in Lutz has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Lutz?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 6443 in Lutz are: 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; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17; 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf.
Does Dollar General # in Lutz have any repeat violations?
Yes, Dollar General # 6443 in Lutz has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 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; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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