Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda

Last inspected:

2445 Tamiami Trl, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Overview

Advance Auto Parts #9508 in Punta Gorda has been inspected twice on record, in September 2024 and April 2026, with a combined 9 violations. Both inspections resulted in "Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed" dispositions. A repeat priority foundation violation was cited in both inspections: the establishment lacks written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events in the retail area. The April 2026 inspection included a requirement for the facility to provide water and sewer bill documentation within 30 days to verify utility service.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
9Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda: 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 - Check Back Needed· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: LEARY, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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. A CHECK-BACK WILL BE MADE IN 30 DAYS TO ENSURE WATER/SEWER BILL IS RECEIVED. BILL MAY BE EMAILED TO INSPECTOR ALICIA.O'[email protected]. 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 PfPfRepeat
RETAIL AREA: Vomit or diarrheal events clean up procedures not available.
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
RESTROOM AREA: Hand wash sign not provided at handwashing sink by employee. (COS) Employee was displayed proper signage to place in bathroom.

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Restroom Area: No covered receptacle in women restroom.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
DUMPSTER AREA: Dumpster lid not kept covered.
— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: JOHN WEAVER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: RANDY RICHARDSON

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. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Provided Vomiting and Diarrhea guidance Water sewer documentation will be provided within 30 days. Provide to [email protected]

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
Retail Area: Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up not available

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs not effective in protecting the establishment from the weather or the entry of insects, rodents, or other animals. 6-202.16
Retail: Gap in rear door near motor oil station.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom: no covered receptacle in women restroom.
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Backroom: Self closing device not operating in restroom.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside: Dumpster lid not kept covered.

Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda last inspected?
Advance Auto Parts # 9508 in Punta Gorda was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 3, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed.
How many inspections has Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda had?
Advance Auto Parts # 9508 in Punta Gorda has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda find?
Advance Auto Parts # 9508 in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 3, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed).
Has Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Advance Auto Parts # 9508 in Punta Gorda has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Advance Auto Parts # 9508 in Punta Gorda are: 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; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17; 5-501.11: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113.
Does Advance Auto Parts # in Punta Gorda have any repeat violations?
Yes, Advance Auto Parts # 9508 in Punta Gorda has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 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; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17; 5-501.11: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113.

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