Publix # in Ocala
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2575 Sw 42nd Street, Ocala, FL 34471Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Publix #1477 in Ocala had 6 inspections on record between June 2023 and December 2025, with zero violations cited. Two Stop Use Orders were issued in September 2025 for unsanitary equipment in the Meat Department warewash station (FS 500.04, FS 500.172), citing improper sewage and wastewater disposal. Equipment was repaired and released following a check-back inspection on September 18, 2025. The facility responded to a consumer complaint in June 2023 without findings. The most recent inspection on December 2, 2025 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Publix # in Ocala: FDACS Inspection History (6)
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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Good Retail Practice Violations
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Publix # in Ocala: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)
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.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Sewage and waste water properly disposed. | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Sewage and waste water properly disposed. Comments: Wh… |
Publix # in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Publix # in Ocala last inspected?
- Publix # 1477 in Ocala was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 2, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Publix # in Ocala had?
- Publix # 1477 in Ocala has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix # in Ocala find?
- Publix # 1477 in Ocala was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 2, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Publix # in Ocala had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Publix # 1477 in Ocala has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
- What are the most common violations at Publix # in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix # 1477 in Ocala are: 5-403.12: Condensate drainage or other non-sewage liquids or rainwater not drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. 5-403.12.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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