Save a Step in Petersburg
Last inspected:
1755 9th St S St, Petersburg, FL 33705Save A Step in Petersburg operates as a convenience store with limited food service and has been the subject of significant enforcement action related to equipment sanitation and hot water availability. On February 13, 2026, the facility received three separate stop-sale orders for labeling violations under FS 500 and FAC 5K-4, all products voluntarily destroyed and witnessed by the inspector. The same inspection date resulted in two stop-use orders citing unsanitary warewashing equipment and the absence of test strips required for sanitizer verification. The facility was operating without a valid food permit at that time and was instructed that hot water must be provided in the employee restroom within 30 days or a Return Inspection Report would be issued. All processing and food service equipment in the affected area was placed under stop-use pending corrective action and TLH (Tallahassee Local Health) notification of compliance. Prior inspections on January 30, 2025 found no violations following focused assessment, but a May 2024 focused inspection documented a food-contact utensil with dried food debris on boiled peanuts equipment, which was corrected on site through washing, rinsing, and sanitization. A January 2023 inspection identified the absence of an employee health policy and noted the facility manufactures or sells hemp and cannabinoid products, triggering permitting and employee health reporting requirements. Five total violations appear across the inspection record, all appearing in the most recent February 2026 inspection.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Save a Step in Petersburg: 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.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 5 violations· 5 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit
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.
Notified the establishment that hot water is to be provided in employee restroom within 30 days or a RIR will be issued.
Stop-use on all processing/food service equipment and/or utensils in that area. Instructed the establishment to call TLH to report
compliance before equipment can be released.
Request 5150378
Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the
memo section of the check or money order.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food
Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is
available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS
and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please
note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center
by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.
Stop Use Order issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850)
245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety
inspector visit for written release of equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in
Administrative Action.
Risk-Based Violations
75
Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption is distributed or sold in
packaging that does not include the expiration date. s. 581.217(7)(a)2.d., F.S. and 5K-4.034(6)(a), F.A.C..Repeat
Retail Area: Hemp extract products including vape cartridges, pre rolls, gummies, and food
products found without an expiration date on product packaging-See supplements- COS: PErson in charge
voluntarily discarded into trash
5-202.12(A)
Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least
100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPfRepeat
Back room: No hot water at hand wash sink
Good Retail Practice Violations
4-501.19
Temperature of the wash solution in manual warewashing equipment maintained at
less than 110°F or the temperature specified on the cleaning agent manufacturer's label instructions.
4-501.19 Pf
Back Room: at three compartment sink, no hot water.
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
No hot water in Food establishment. Person in charge claims the breaker is broke
81
Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6.
Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in
5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.Repeat
Various Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6.
Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in
5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.
COS: Issue corrected
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed,
maintained, and used; test strips.
Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Print Date: 2/15/2026
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed,
maintained, and used; test strips.
Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Print Date: 2/15/2026
Page 3 of 4
When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning
of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that
such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all
persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal
is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or
processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
Release - Other
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in the stop-sale order(s) on page(s) 1, 2 for destruction. The Food
Establishment will not hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
refused
___________________________________
Signature of Food Establishment Representative
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must
identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts
alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of SAVE A STEP hereby waive a notice and a hearing
as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
refused
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
ENAD NAWAPEET, PERSON IN CHARGE
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Print Date: 2/15/2026
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Request 5125122
The issues described in request # 5125122 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· 2 violations· Focused Inspection
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
4-601.11(A)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A)
PfPf
Retail: Boiled peanuts utensil had dried food debris on it. COS: Utensil was washed, rinsed
and sanitized.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail: Observed water stain in ceiling tiles
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.
Food Establishment manufactures, processes, packs, holds, prepares or sells products intended for human consumption that
contain hemp, hemp extract, CBD or other cannabinoids.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may
impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Risk-Based Violations
2-201.11(A)
The establishment does not require food employees or conditional employees to report to the
person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to reportable symptoms, diagnosis, past
illnesses or history of exposure to diseases that are transmissible through food. Food employee or conditional
employee does not report necessary additional information such as date of onset of symptoms or illness, or
diagnosis without symptoms. 2-201.11(A) PP
EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY NOT PRESENT. ( SEE
Save a Step in Petersburg: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (5)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintai… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintai… |
Save a Step in Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Save a Step in Petersburg last inspected?
- Save a Step in Petersburg was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 13, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
- How many inspections has Save a Step in Petersburg had?
- Save a Step in Petersburg has 5 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Save a Step in Petersburg find?
- Save a Step in Petersburg was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 13, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
- Has Save a Step in Petersburg had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Save a Step in Petersburg has 5 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Save a Step in Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Save a Step in Petersburg are: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf; 4-501.19: Temperature of the wash solution in manual warewashing equipment maintained at less than 110°F or the temperature specified on the cleaning agent manufacturer's label instructions. 4-501.19 Pf; 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B).
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