Circle K # in Palatka

Last inspected:

1205 S State Road 19, Palatka, FL 32177

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Circle K #2109 in Palatka had one inspection on record on December 21, 2022, when six violations were identified. A trainee was present during the inspection, with all findings verified by the primary inspector. Handwashing violations included an inaccessible sink in the backroom due to cloths blocking the basin and missing towels and soap at the sink; soap and signage were removed during the inspection, rendering the sink non-functional. A high-priority violation cited improper storage of poisonous or toxic materials that created contamination risk to food and equipment. All violations noted in the inspection were corrected on site.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
6Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K # in Palatka: 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· 6 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: LESLIE CARPENTER

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

74 Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.
Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product. COS - Sign was provided and displayed during inspection. x
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
Backroom area: Hand wash sink was not accessible due to cloths in the basin o
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Backroom area: No towels were provided for hand wash sink. COS - Soap and signage was removed during inspection therefore the sink is no longer a hand wash sink. x Print Date: 12/21/2022 Page 1 of 3 26 P Citation Description: Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 P Observation: Backroom area: Krazy glue was stored over candy. Bleach and Dawn dish soap was stored next to Combos snacks. COS - All chemicals were removed during inspection. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-204.11 Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D)
Walk in Cooler: No thermometer found in walk in cooler. COS - Thermometer was provided during inspection. x
3-304.14(B)(1) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B)(1)
Retail area: Wiping cloths stored on counter near hand wash sink. COS - Wiping cloths were removed and stored properly during inspection. x
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Backroom area: Concrete walls not maintained, observed holes in walls by the soda syrup in storage room. o

Circle K # in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Palatka last inspected?
Circle K # 2109 in Palatka was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 21, 2022. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Palatka had?
Circle K # 2109 in Palatka has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # in Palatka find?
Circle K # 2109 in Palatka was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 21, 2022 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Circle K # in Palatka had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Circle K # 2109 in Palatka has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K # in Palatka?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 2109 in Palatka 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; 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 4-204.11: Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D).

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