West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne

Last inspected:

3221 W New Haven Ave, West Melbourne, FL 32904
Overview

West Melbourne Ace Hardware Inc is a minor outlet establishment in West Melbourne that sells prepackaged foods with no potentially hazardous food preparation. An inspection on March 20, 2026 identified 3 violations, including a repeat finding that the establishment lacked written procedures for employee response to vomit and diarrhea events. The inspector noted that vomit and diarrhea documentation was subsequently provided to address the violation.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
3Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne: 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· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: LOGAN SAMUELSEN, SENIOR 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.

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 PfPfRepeat
Establishment did not have any written procedures for cleanup of vomit and diarrhea. Vomit and diarrhea documentation provided.

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: Receiving door has visible light at the bottom.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
2026 Food permit not displayed.

West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions

When was West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne last inspected?
West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 20, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne had?
West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne find?
West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 20, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at West Melbourne Ace Hardware INC in West Melbourne are: 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; 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.

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