4498 Go in Vernon

Last inspected:

4498 Highway 79, Vernon, FL 32462
Overview

4498 Go, a convenience store and packaged ice facility in Vernon, is operating without a valid food permit. An inspection on August 31, 2026 documented rodent droppings on the lip of the three-compartment sink counter and on an adjacent storage shelf in the warewash area; all affected areas were cleaned, sanitized, and washed during the inspection. The facility must develop and implement a pest management control program and request a written release from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services by contacting the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or visiting https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov once all affected areas have been adequately cleaned and sanitized. Re-inspection is required; failure to comply may result in administrative action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

2FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

4498 Go in Vernon: 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
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Re-Inspection Required· 2 violations· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: HAYDEN LECONTE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Request#5166484. Re-inspection visit required due to pests. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 to request food safety inspector visit for written release when all affected areas have been adequately cleaned and sanitized. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. In addition, food establishment must develop and implement a pest management control program. Re-inspection visit required issued for food establishment. A re-inspection will be conducted on or about 14 days.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P
Retail: Numerous rodent droppings observed under kick-plates of various retail shelves. Back Storage: Several rodents droppings observed under and on storage platforms around room. COS. All areas were washed, rinsed, and sanitized during inspection. See Comments. Y x
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit and has not met all permitting requirements. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2) F.A.C.
Establishment found to be operating without a permit and is unable to meet permitting requirements due to signs of rodents. See Comments. Y o
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Re-Inspection Required· 2 violations· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: HAYDEN LECONTE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Re-inspection visit required due to pests. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 to request food safety inspector visit for written release when all affected areas have been adequately cleaned and sanitized. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. In addition, food establishment must develop and implement a pest management control program. Re-inspection visit required issued for food establishment. A re-inspection will be conducted on or about 14 days. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P
Warewash Area: Rodent droppings observed on lip of three compartment sink counter closest to the wall. Signs also indicated on storage shelf adjacent to three compartment sink on bottom shelf. COS. All area were washed, rinsed, and sanitized during inspection. x
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit and has not met all permitting requirements. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2) F.A.C.
Establishment found to be operating without a permit and is unable to meet permitting requirements due to signs of rodents. See Comments. o

4498 Go in Vernon: Frequently Asked Questions

When was 4498 Go in Vernon last inspected?
4498 Go in Vernon was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 14, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Re-Inspection Required.
How many inspections has 4498 Go in Vernon had?
4498 Go in Vernon has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of 4498 Go in Vernon find?
4498 Go in Vernon was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 14, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Re-Inspection Required).
Has 4498 Go in Vernon had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, 4498 Go in Vernon has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at 4498 Go in Vernon?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at 4498 Go in Vernon are: 6-501.11: Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P.
Does 4498 Go in Vernon have any repeat violations?
Yes, 4498 Go in Vernon has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-501.11: Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P.

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