Citgo in Port St Lucie

Last inspected:

285 Nw St James Drive Port St, Port St Lucie, FL 34983

Part of: Citgo Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Citgo, a convenience store with limited food service in Lucie, received one inspection on record on July 10, 2024 for operating without a valid food permit. The inspection documented 12 violations, all categorized as Priority Foundation (systemic management issues). The violations included employee knowledge gaps regarding foodborne illness transmission, missing written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea events, absence of a food temperature measuring device, lack of a sanitizer test kit (which was obtained during the inspection), and handwashing sink deficiencies including missing paper towels and soap at two locations. The inspection disposition and whether violations were subsequently corrected are not specified in available records.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
12Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Citgo in Port St Lucie: 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
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 12 violations· Operating Without Permit

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

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Food employee does not respond correctly to questions relating to foodborne illnesses or symptoms associated with diseases transmissible through food. o
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 for vomiting or diarrhea events.
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
Front - missing paper towels for hand sink next adjacent to 3 bay sink , back - missing paper towels and soap for hand sink adjacent ice maker.
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.
No certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

213 Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
No current lab test results available for ice packaged onsite, see comments. o INSPECTION: KRATOM Violation No.
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 available.
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
Multiple bulk packages of soda and juice beverages stored directly on soiled floor located inside walk in cooler.
4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
No sanitizer test kit available. Cos - sanitizer kit was obtained during inspection.
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Soiled build up throughout 3 bay sink compartments.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Damaged ceiling tiles located inside only restroom , back - damaged corner wall adjacent to rear exit door.
83 Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.
Signage not posted for kratom products.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Establishment is operating without a valid food permit. o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation No.

Citgo in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Citgo in Port St Lucie last inspected?
Citgo in Port St Lucie was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on July 10, 2024. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit.
How many inspections has Citgo in Port St Lucie had?
Citgo in Port St Lucie has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Citgo in Port St Lucie find?
Citgo in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected by FDACS on July 10, 2024 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit).
Has Citgo in Port St Lucie had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Citgo in Port St Lucie has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Citgo in Port St Lucie?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Citgo in Port St Lucie are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) 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; 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.

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