Dollar General in Tallahassee

Last inspected:

3970 Fred George Road, Tallahassee, FL 32303

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

Overview

Dollar General #30437 in Tallahassee received an initial FDACS inspection on October 30, 2025 for a minor outlet with perishables permit application. The inspection identified 4 violations, including two priority foundation (Pf) citations: the establishment lacked written procedures for responding to vomit and diarrhea cleanup events, and both restrooms had no hand soap at handwashing sinks. The inspection notes indicate this was a permitting review rather than a routine compliance inspection, and violations must be corrected before the food permit can be issued.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General in Tallahassee: 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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: ROY BROGAN JR, 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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements 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 suspend food activities. 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

2-501.11 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
There are no written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea.
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
Both restrooms: no hand wash signs at hand wash sinks.
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
Both restrooms: no soap at hand wash sinks.
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.
There is no certified food protection manager.

Dollar General in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General in Tallahassee last inspected?
Dollar General #30437 in Tallahassee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 30, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General in Tallahassee had?
Dollar General #30437 in Tallahassee has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General in Tallahassee find?
Dollar General #30437 in Tallahassee was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 30, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General in Tallahassee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General #30437 in Tallahassee has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General in Tallahassee?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General #30437 in Tallahassee are: 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; 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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