How many inspections has Publix # in Wellington had?

Publix # 0413 in Wellington has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix # in Wellington find?

Publix # 0413 in Wellington was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 21, 2025 (Focused Inspection).

Has Publix # in Wellington had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

Yes, Publix # 0413 in Wellington has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.

What are the most common violations at Publix # in Wellington?

The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix # 0413 in Wellington are: 4-901.11: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment or utensils not air-dried or not adequately drained before contact with food, or equipment or utensils dried with a cloth. 4-901.11; 4-903.11(A): Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A); 4-501.14: Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14.

Publix # in Wellington

Name: Publix # 0413 in Wellington Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: October 21, 2025

9855 Lake Worth Rd, Wellington, FL 33467

Palm Beach County · Supermarket · FDACS
Owner: Publix Super Markets INC (pub)
FDACS Estab #: 57574

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Publix #0413 in Wellington had a stop-use order issued September 9, 2024 for unsanitary equipment under Florida Statutes 500.04 and 500.172. The equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released during the same inspection. Two subsequent focused inspections on September 9, 2024 and October 21, 2025 found no violations, with the facility addressing the issues documented in prior complaint requests.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.

5Violations

1Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: October 21, 2025

Publix # in Wellington: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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.

2025 — 1 inspection

Oct 21, 2025 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TARIQUL ISLAM, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: MIGUEL FERNANDEZ

Comments: The issues described in request 5135625 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 1 inspection

Sep 9, 2024 — Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Met Requirements

Inspector: TARIQUL ISLAM, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: JOHN LARSH

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. Check-Back release issued for Stop Use and/or Stop Sale Order. The issues described in request 5118081 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-901.11 After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment or utensils not air-dried or not adequately drained before contact with food, or equipment or utensils dried with a cloth. 4-901.11

Deli department: Wet nesting in metal bowls stored in dry rack.

4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A)

Backroom area: Case of single serve plastic food containers stored on floor. COS: Person in charge placed single serve articles on shelf.

4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14

Bakery department: Brown film build up in all 3 bays of warewashing sink. COS: Warewashing sink was cleaned and sanitized during the visit.

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)

Deli department: Dried food particles and grease build up underside of prep tables. COS: Person in charge cleaned underside of prep tables.

5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)

Deli department: Condensation leaks onto chicken walk in cooler floor from condenser unit.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* SOURCE; SOUND CONDITION

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.

2023 — 1 inspection

Sep 6, 2023 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: LORI JAMES, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: BRIANNA NOLF

Comments: This visit was conducted to perform a COOL review.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Publix # in Wellington: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Publix # 0413 in Wellington
Date	Order Type	Product	Brand/Lot	Reason
Sep 9, 2024	STOP USE ORDER	—	Number of Packages:	FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* SOURCE; SOUND CONDITION

Publix # in Wellington: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Publix # in Wellington last inspected?: Publix # 0413 in Wellington was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 21, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Publix # in Wellington had?: Publix # 0413 in Wellington has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix # in Wellington find?: Publix # 0413 in Wellington was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 21, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Publix # in Wellington had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: Yes, Publix # 0413 in Wellington has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
What are the most common violations at Publix # in Wellington?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix # 0413 in Wellington are: 4-901.11: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment or utensils not air-dried or not adequately drained before contact with food, or equipment or utensils dried with a cloth. 4-901.11; 4-903.11(A): Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A); 4-501.14: Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14.