Inspection Report

Business Name
FAMILY DOLLAR #27899
Business Address
1717 W SOUTHERN AVE PHOENIX AZ 85041
Permit Number
FD2500829
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Retail Food
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
5/22/2026
Grade
A
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 54

Description: Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained

Comments:

5-501.113 - Core: Covering Receptacles Addl Notes: Observed dumpsters in back of store with lids not covering on one dumpster and missing lids on another dumpster. Discussed with PIC that required for dumpsters to be covered at all times. Predefined Comments: Outside receptacles must be closed with tight fitting lids or doors. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

5-501.115 - Core: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures Addl Notes: Observed trash/litter around dumpster and dumpster enclosure. Discussed with PIC that dumpster enclosure area required to be maintained clean at all times. Predefined Comments: Storage area and enclosure shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

6-501.16 - Core: Drying Mops Addl Notes: Observed wet dirty mop stored inside mop sink. Discussed with PIC that once mop is used, should be cleaned and stored upright to air-dry. Predefined Comment: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows to air-dry without soiling walls. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Observed backroom doors with buildup of dirt and dust. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be cleaned frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dust, dirt, food debris. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Comments/Details


Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Reach-in freezers are not in operation and no food being stored in freezers at this time.

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.