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DAIRY QUEEN # 14103 BALDWIN
154 HWY 441 BY-PASS , BALDWIN, GA 30511 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (September 22, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and garbage & waste.
Inspection history
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A95September 22, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and garbage & waste.
Observed inspection report not posted at drive thru window. PIC stated it came down and they have had it placed to the side. Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed missing vent hood filter and handwashing sink located in the main kitchen separating from the wall leaving a small gap. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed an accumulation of residue and/or debris on nonfood-contact surfaces, such as behind oven, fryer, and grill. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surface areas such that they are clean and at a frequency to prevent any accumulation.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”Observed dumpster enclosure area with debris and grease dumpster unclean with an accumulation of residue. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)”Observed vent in main kitchen above the doorway leading into the cleaning room has an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Clean at a frequency to prevent an accumulation of dust or debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”A97June 23, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving cleaning & sanitizing, garbage & waste and facility upkeep.
Observed an accumulation of residue and/or debris on nonfood-contact surfaces, such as behind oven, fryer, and grill. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surface areas such that they are clean and at a frequency to prevent any accumulation.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster enclosure area with debris and grease dumpster unclean with an accumulation of residue. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)”Observed blizzard blender equipment not in good repair (missing stainless steel side panel/wall and has cardboard in place of it). Repair or replace blizzard blender such that the equipment is in good repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (Repeat).
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”A91April 4, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, management & training and facility upkeep.
511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Note: Observed pink mold accumulation on baffle of ice machine. PIC instructed to have ice machine cleaned and sanitized by end of day.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”511-6-1.03(3)(c) - Certification Documentation (Pf) 1. The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority. Note: No food safety certification was posted in public view at time of inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Note: Observed storage building housing dry goods to have a busted out window at time of inspection. must be repaired to prevent animals from entering storage building.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit 0689063. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
