Cincinnati, OH

Family Dollar Store #21792

Name: Family Dollar Store #21792
Address: 5823 Hamilton Av, Cincinnati, OH

5823 Hamilton Av

Last inspected Sep 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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The full inspection history

4 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 29, 2026

Not In Compliance

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Cold holding unit has been repaired and holding at/below 41F. Freezer section still has not been repaired. 4 boxes of mozzarella sticks were in freezer unit at time of inspection. Person in charge voluntarily discarded items and taped the freezer doors shut to prevent other items from being placed in broken unit.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 22, 2026

Not In Compliance

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability

Inspector’s notes

Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Person in charge was discarding items from reach in cooler upon arrival and noted HVAC system had went out recently, causing temperature control issues of the coolers and freezers. Person in charge noted any time/temperature controlled for safety (TCS) food items stored in the unit in question that was over 41F is being discarded. Part of the freezer also went down and those items were discarded. A work order is out for both units. Continue to monitor temperatures and equipment so TCS items stay at/below 41F.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 4, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough., Soiled shelf in cooler. Clean all shelves regularly.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 19, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 3717.43(G)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

3717.43(G) - FSO license

Inspector’s notes

The FSO license is not displayed. Current license was not posted at the facility.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 19, 2024 · Original Source