Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg

Last inspected:

4701 34th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

Part of: Dollar Tree Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Dollar Tree #4655 in St. Petersburg had 2 inspections on record between April 2023 and present, documenting 10 violations total. A priority violation on April 18, 2023 found toxic retail products—certified cleansers, shampoos, and air fresheners—displayed for sale on shelving directly above packaged electrolyte beverages, creating a contamination risk; the inspector relocated the products during the inspection. The same inspection also cited the absence of a readily accessible food temperature measuring device. An April 12, 2023 inspection identified dented cans of vegetables on shelves; the facility removed and voluntarily destroyed the affected product. Both inspections resulted in "Met Inspection Requirements" dispositions. No emergency closures or stop-sale orders are on record.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
10Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg: 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.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 7 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: ROBERT JOHNSON

Comments: Provided: Certified Food Protection Manager and Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomit and Diarrheal Events industry handouts.

Risk-Based Violations

7-301.11 Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 PP
Retail - Toxic retail cleansers, shampoos and air fresheners were observed displayed for sale on shelving directly above packaged electrolyte beverages. COS. Relocated during inspection. x
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 certificate available at the time of inspection. o Print Date: 4/18/2023 Page 1 of 3

Good Retail Practice Violations

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 probe thermometer available at the time of inspection. o
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Back Room - Receiving door was observed to contain gaps along its threshold which are large enough to allow for the potential entry of pests into the establishment. 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
Retail - Multiple cases of packaged foods were observed stored directly on the floor. o
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Retail - Ice cream display freezer interior cavity surfaces were observed to not be cleaned at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of hardened product spillage. o
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back Room - Unisex employee restroom was observed to not have a covered waste receptacle available. o
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: KEVIN WORSTER, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: DEJA LOCKS

Risk-Based Violations

3-202.15 Food package not in good condition or does not protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants. 3-202.15 PfPf
Retail: Dented cans of vegetables were on the shelves. COS: The cans were removed from sale and voluntarily destroyed. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Backroom: Back door has gaps at bottom juncture. o
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Restroom: No covered can in ladies rest room. o

Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg last inspected?
Dollar Tree # 4655 in St. Petersburg was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 18, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg had?
Dollar Tree # 4655 in St. Petersburg has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg find?
Dollar Tree # 4655 in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 18, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar Tree # 4655 in St. Petersburg has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar Tree # 4655 in St. Petersburg are: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17; 3-202.15: Food package not in good condition or does not protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants. 3-202.15 Pf.
Does Dollar Tree # in St. Petersburg have any repeat violations?
Yes, Dollar Tree # 4655 in St. Petersburg has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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