How many inspections has Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven had?

Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven find?

Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 25, 2024 (Focused Inspection).

Has Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven

Name: Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: October 25, 2024

1516 7th St Sw, Winter Haven, FL 33880

Polk County · Convenience Store Limited FS · FDACS
Owner: Karmayogi Two INC
FDACS Estab #: 371857

Overview

Reeds Grocery, a convenience store in Winter Haven, had 2 inspections on record from April 2023 through October 2024. An April 2023 focused inspection documented 11 violations, including a priority-level finding that toxic degreaser was stored above sodas in the back storage room — the person in charge moved the cleaner to designated chemical storage during the inspection. The inspector also cited the facility for lacking written procedures for vomit and diarrhea event cleanup, and documented handwashing sink deficiencies: no paper towels in the food service area sink and no soap or paper towels in the back restroom sink. All issues were corrected on site. A follow-up inspection on October 25, 2024 performed after Hurricane Milton found no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.

11Violations

Last inspected FDACS: October 25, 2024

Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven: 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.

2024 — 1 inspection

Oct 25, 2024 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIO LOPEZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Visit performed to follow up on Hurricane Milton.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection

Apr 28, 2023 — Met Inspection Requirements· 11 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: The issues described in request # 5096798 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

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

The food establishment does not have a written vomit or diarrhea event clean up procedure available. A guidance handout was given to the food establishment's management to help them write up step by step procedures for vomit and/or diarrhea event clean up. o

7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP

Back area- jug of toxic degreaser/cleaner stored on storage shelf above sodas in the back storage room. COS- person in charge moved the cleaner over to designated cleaning chemicals' storage shelf unit. x Print Date: 4/28/2023 Page 1 of 3 26 P Citation Description: Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 P Observation: Retail area- various toxic retail products stored on display shelves above food and drinks. COSperson in charge moved the case of sodas to another display shelf away from bottles of glass cleaner and motor oil products that were over cases of bottles water were moved to be stored on display shelf for automotive supplies. x

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

Food service area- no paper towels provided at the hand wash sink. COS- employee provided paper towels at the hand wash sink. Back area- no soap or paper towels provided at the hand wash sink in the restroom. COS- employee provided soap and paper towels in the restroom. x

5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf

Food service area- articles stored in the hand wash sink. COS- employee removed the articles from the sink. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by eliminating harborage conditions. 6-501.111(D)

Outside area- vines/weeds growing up against the side of the building. o

4-402.11 Equipment that is fixed because it is not easily moveable not installed with space to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind or above the equipment; with no more than one thirty-second inch of space from adjoining equipment, walls, or ceiling; or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls when the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage. Counter-mounted equipment that is not easily moveable not installed to allow cleaning of the equipment or areas underneath or around the equipment by being sealed. 4-402.11

Back area- display shelf units have bottom shelves that do not allow cleaning access under the shelves in the walk in cooler. o

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

Back area- faucet unit on the 3 compartment sink is leaking, cold water handle is disrepair. o

5-501.11 Storage area or enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables not clean. 5-501.115

Outside area- trash littering the area around the dumpster in the enclosed area. o

5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113

Outside area- garbage dumpster lids left open. o

6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12

Back area- excess trash and dirt buildup on the floor and dust accumulation on the ceiling in the walk in cooler. o

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11

Outside area- rear exit door on outside of the door is damaged at the bottom, heavy rust corrosion. o

Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven last inspected?: Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 25, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven had?: Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven find?: Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 25, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Reeds Grocery in Winter Haven are: 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; 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 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.