Dollar Tree in Okeechobee

Last inspected:

816 Ne Park St, Okeechobee, FL 34972

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

Overview

Dollar Tree #07846 in Okeechobee is a minor outlet selling prepackaged and non-potentially hazardous foods. The facility received one inspection on September 2, 2026, and met sanitation inspection requirements after corrections were made.

The inspection identified four violations. The facility lacked a probed thermometer for assessing and monitoring temperatures of time/temperature control for safety foods. Food storage violations included boxes stored directly on the freezer floor rather than at least 6 inches above it. The establishment did not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitus or diarrheal events, though guidance documentation was provided. Additionally, no certified food protection manager with a passed test from an accredited program was present at the facility.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar Tree in Okeechobee: 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· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: JOSE PAVON, 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

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 does not have written procedures to follow when Vomiting And diarrheal events occur , Guidance document provided.
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.
Food establishment does not have a certified food protection manager certificate available at food establishment.

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 probed thermometer for the assessing, receiving and holding of temperature control for safety foods.
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
Back - various boxes of foods stored directly on the floor inside walk in freezer.

Dollar Tree in Okeechobee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar Tree in Okeechobee last inspected?
Dollar Tree #07846 in Okeechobee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 2, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar Tree in Okeechobee had?
Dollar Tree #07846 in Okeechobee has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar Tree in Okeechobee find?
Dollar Tree #07846 in Okeechobee was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 2, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar Tree in Okeechobee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar Tree #07846 in Okeechobee has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar Tree in Okeechobee?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar Tree #07846 in Okeechobee are: 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; 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; 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.

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