Dollar General # in Ocklawaha

Last inspected:

9440 Se Highway 464c, Ocklawaha, FL 32179

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

Overview

Dollar General #15605 in Ocklawaha has been subject to five FDACS focused inspections since May 2024, primarily in response to consumer complaints. The facility's initial May 2024 inspection documented five violations including a priority cross-contamination finding—raw shell eggs stored directly above ready-to-eat cheese, butter, and yogurt in a reach-in cooler—which was corrected on site and relocated during the inspection. A food temperature measuring device was also noted as unavailable. Subsequent focused inspections in January, July, August, and September 2025 investigated specific consumer complaints and documentation compliance but resulted in zero violations, with the most recent September 2025 inspection noting that issues from the complaint had been addressed and an expiration date handout was provided to staff. The facility experienced a temporary closure period noted during an August 2025 inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

5FDACS Insp.
5Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Ocklawaha: FDACS Inspection History (5)

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.

— 4 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5139222. The issues described in the consumer complaint were addressed with the person in charge during the focused inspection. Provided: Expiration dates industry handout.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5136678. Upon arrival at the food establishment the inspector observed the entrance was locked and a sign was posted stating the business is temporarily closed.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: KELLIE MATOS

Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Requests # 5135453, 5135543 and 5136066. The issues described in the consumer complaints were addressed with the person in charge during the focused inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to ensure required and/or requested documentation has been received from the food establishment.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: KIMBERLY VANDERPOOL

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. Provided: Certified Food Protection Manager and Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events industry handouts.

Risk-Based Violations

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) PP
Back Room - A carton of raw shell eggs was observed stored on reach-in cooler shelving directly above packages of ready-to-eat cheese, butter and yogurt. COS. Relocated during inspection. 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 at the time of inspection.

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
No probe thermometer available at the time of inspection.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back Room - Unisex restroom was observed to not have a covered waste receptacle available. COS. Covered waste receptacle obtained by staff during inspection.
5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside - Dumpster drain plug was observed to be missing.

Dollar General # in Ocklawaha: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Ocklawaha last inspected?
Dollar General # 15605 in Ocklawaha was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 30, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Ocklawaha had?
Dollar General # 15605 in Ocklawaha has 5 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Ocklawaha find?
Dollar General # 15605 in Ocklawaha was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 30, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Dollar General # in Ocklawaha had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 15605 in Ocklawaha has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Ocklawaha?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 15605 in Ocklawaha are: 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; 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; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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