How many health inspections has DAIRY QUEEN had?

DAIRY QUEEN has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DAIRY QUEEN ever been shut down?

No, DAIRY QUEEN has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at DAIRY QUEEN?

The most frequently cited violations at DAIRY QUEEN are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Approved food source.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

DAIRY QUEEN

3359 US HWY 27 S, Sebring, FL 33870

Highlands County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: FOURTEEN FOODS LLC · License: SEA3800336

DAIRY QUEEN in Sebring, FL has 21 inspections on record with 74 total violations (3.5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

74Violations

0Closures

Data current as of November 20, 2024

Inspection History (21)

Nov 20, 2024 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 19, 2024 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 24, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 15, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Aug 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Dec 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Jun 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Dec 20, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V24 Toxic substance control

May 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 8, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jan 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 3, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 21, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 6, 2016 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

How Does This Facility Compare?

DAIRY QUEEN has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Highlands County average of 0.18 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.95.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has DAIRY QUEEN had?: DAIRY QUEEN has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has DAIRY QUEEN ever been shut down?: No, DAIRY QUEEN has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at DAIRY QUEEN?: The most frequently cited violations at DAIRY QUEEN are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Approved food source.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: November 20, 2024 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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