Atticus in Tarpon Springs

Last inspected:

509 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Overview

Atticus in Tarpon Springs had one inspection on record, a pre-opening compliance check on May 16, 2024, which identified 7 violations. One high-priority violation involved opened cheese and chili held at room temperature for over two days; these products were discarded on site. Four intermediate violations cited the absence of employee health policy documentation, missing date marks on ready-to-eat foods (corrected on site), lack of written procedures for responding to foodborne illness events, and no probe thermometer available for temperature monitoring. All violations were corrected or addressed during the inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
7Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Atticus in Tarpon Springs: 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 Inspection Requirements· 7 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, 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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full 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 close your business. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. 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. Request 5114108

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Retail: Opened cheese and chili in dispenser sitting at room temp for over 2 days. COS: Products discarded. x
2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
No health policy and no proof of reporting agreement
3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Retail: No date marks on opened pack of hot dogs after 24 hours. COS: Dates placed on products x
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
No written procedures
3-201.11(C) Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) PfPf
Retail: Box of individual packaged popsicles for sale not labeled. COS: Products labeled.

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
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Back room: Under three compartment sink, no air gap. Illustration sent

Atticus in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Atticus in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
Atticus in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 16, 2024. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Atticus in Tarpon Springs had?
Atticus in Tarpon Springs has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Atticus in Tarpon Springs find?
Atticus in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 16, 2024 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Atticus in Tarpon Springs had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Atticus in Tarpon Springs has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Atticus in Tarpon Springs?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Atticus in Tarpon Springs are: 2-103.11(O): Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) Pf; 3-201.11(C): Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) Pf; 3-501.16(A)(1): Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P.

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