Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto

Last inspected:

508 10th St E, Palmetto, FL 34221

Part of: Walmart Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Walmart #3370 in Palmetto had 6 FDACS inspections on record between August 2022 and November 2025, with 14 violations documented during a single comprehensive inspection in August 2022. That inspection identified high-priority violations including unclean deli meat slicers with indeterminate cleaning schedules and a broken sanitizer spray bottle stored directly above fresh produce and cookies in the produce area. Additional findings included hot dogs placed atop chocolate cases designated for return and a handwashing sink blocked by a disposable glove and empty box. All identified issues were corrected on site during the inspection. Subsequent focused inspections conducted in October 2022, July 2023, October 2023, and November 2023 resulted in zero violations, with notes indicating that issues from prior complaint requests were addressed with management. The most recent inspection on November 7, 2025 was a focused USDA Country of Origin Labeling review with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

6FDACS Insp.
14Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto: 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.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Focused visit for USDA Country of Origin Labeling(COOL) review.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SASKIA UNDERWOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: NIGEL PINNOCK

Comments: The issues described in request 5104297 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SASKIA UNDERWOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: NIGEL PINNOCK

Comments: Visited establishment for a training inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SASKIA UNDERWOOD, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request 5099732 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SASKIA JAISIRI, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request 5086370 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 14 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Amended 05-25-2023

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(4) Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)
Bakery area- breads on bakers rack are not covered after cooling. o
4-602.11(C) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Exception criteria for an alternative cleaning frequency not met. 4-602.11(C) PP
Deli area- the time of cleaning for slicers for deli meats cannot be determined. Cos- slicers broken down, cleaned and sanitized. x
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
Produce area- broken pump spray bottle of sanitizer is stored on 3-compartment drain table with a tray of cookies and fresh uncut produce. Cos- bottle removed. x Print Date: 5/25/2023 Page 1 of 4
2-401.11 Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11
Back area- multiple open bottles of drinks are stored in the back stock racking and on top of product in the walk-in coolers and in the dry storage area. o
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
Produce area- disposable glove in the sink basin, empty box stored on the top of the sink. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12
Produce area- pump spray bottle of clear liquid stored on the 3-compartment sink drain table is not labeled with contents. o
6-404.11 Product held for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor not segregated and held in designated area that is separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 6-404.11 Pf
Produce area- package of hot dogs stored on top of cases of chocolate on the 3-compartment sink. o
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
Produce area- cases of chocolate are stored stacked on the floor next to the 3-compartment sink. Several cases of chocolate are stored on the drain table of the 3-compartment sink. o
4-901.11 After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment or utensils not air-dried or not adequately drained before contact with food, or equipment or utensils dried with a cloth. 4-901.11
Deli area- metal pans are wet nested on the storage rack. o
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Bakery area- face of the oven, door handles on equipment, undersides of tables have accumulated food residues. o
4-601.11(B) Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits or other soil accumulation. 4-601.11(B)
Bakery area- baking screens have accumulation of carbon and baked-on grease o
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
Bakery area, back area- condensate is leaking and forming ice on cases of food product in the bakery and Ice Cream walk-in freezers. o
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Bakery area, deli area- air conditioning vents in the processing areas have significant dust accumulation. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail area- paint is peeling and flaking from the conduit trough above the checkout and return staging lanes. o

Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto last inspected?
Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 7, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto had?
Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto find?
Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 7, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Walmart #3370 (main) in Palmetto are: 2-401.11: Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11; 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; 3-302.11(A)(4): Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4).

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