There were two companies in a city associated with Escambia County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county throughout 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
This is a 33.3% decrease from the number of companies cited in the previous year.
The citations in the county include:
- You did not take a reasonable measure or precaution related to personnel practices.
- You did not clean and sanitize your utensils or equipment in a manner that protects against contamination.
- Your equipment and utensils were not designed and constructed to be adequately cleaned or maintained to protect against contamination.
Both companies cited should take voluntary actions to correct their managing operations.
The FDA routinely inspects facilities across the nation to determine if the workplace and their products are compliant with FDA-regulated laws and regulations implemented to improve overall public health. Inspection results are then disclosed publicly.
According to its website, the FDA is a government agency that is primarily responsible for monitoring the production and distribution of human and animal drugs, biological products, medical supplies and tobacco products for safety quality.
| Company Name | Area of Business | Inspection Date | Issue Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria’s Fresh Seafood Market, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 07/12/2024 | Personnel |
| Maria’s Fresh Seafood Market, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 07/12/2024 | Sanitary operations – Plant sanitation |
| Maria’s Fresh Seafood Market, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 07/12/2024 | Equipment and utensils – Design and maintenance |
| Maria’s Fresh Seafood Market, Inc. | Food and Cosmetics | 07/12/2024 | Sanitation Records |
| Renfroe Pecan Company | Food and Cosmetics | 11/14/2024 | Qualifications of individuals |
| Renfroe Pecan Company | Food and Cosmetics | 11/14/2024 | Pest control |
