Planet Fitness in Palatka

Last inspected:

111 Town and Country Dr, Palatka, FL 32177

Part of: Planet Fitness Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Planet Fitness #0027 in Palatka has been inspected twice since January 2022, with 8 total violations documented. The facility's most recent inspection on May 19, 2025 identified 4 violations, including a repeat citation for lacking written procedures to address vomiting and diarrheal events. An October 2022 inspection found a high-priority violation for chemicals stored directly above and adjacent to single-use paper towels in the backroom and utility room; both items were moved during the inspection. The facility also lacked written procedures for clean-up of vomit or diarrheal events at that time. The May 2025 inspection noted that violations were corrected and initialed on the completed report.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
8Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Planet Fitness in Palatka: 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: GARRISON SWEAT, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: VICTORIA THOMAS

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 PfPfRepeat
This food establishment does not have the required written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events that address the specific actions to be taken to minimize the spread of contamination. Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events Guidance document provided.
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Retail : No hand wash signs displayed at handwash sinks in men's and women's restrooms. Industry signage provided.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Backroom Area: Gap at bottom of exterior door.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Food Permit not displayed or available upon request. COS : Permit provided and displayed.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PATRICK PACE

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

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
No written procedures for the clean up of a vomit or diarrheal event. o
7-201.11 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 PP
Backroom area: Chemicals stored above and next to single use paper towels. COS - Items moved during inspection. Utility room: chemicals stored over single use paper towels on rolling cart. Items were moved during inspection. x
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Restrooms; No hand wash signs provided in men's and women's restroom.. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Backroom area: Gap at bottom of exterior door. o

Planet Fitness in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Planet Fitness in Palatka last inspected?
Planet Fitness #0027 in Palatka was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 19, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Planet Fitness in Palatka had?
Planet Fitness #0027 in Palatka has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Planet Fitness in Palatka find?
Planet Fitness #0027 in Palatka was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 19, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Planet Fitness in Palatka had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Planet Fitness #0027 in Palatka has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Planet Fitness in Palatka?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Planet Fitness #0027 in Palatka are: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 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; 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15.

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