Springfield, Effingham County

Morrison Healthcare at Effingham Health System

459 HWY 119 S SPRINGFIELD, GA 31329

Food

Latest score

May 14, 2026

City

Springfield

County

Effingham

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

May 14, 2026

Routine

Score: 945 violations

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build up on ice dispenser of drink machine in front food service area

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed ice scoop laying down in the ice from the ice machine

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a cloth being used to dry dishes that were not previously air dried

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed dishwasher racks on the floor of the dish cleaning area

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 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)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build up of debris around dish washing area on the floor

Nov 20, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple TCS and non-TCS food items stored in a Roll Top Prep Cooler in the serving area, with food items past their 7-day shelf life (peppers dated November 11, 2025 and diced tomatoes dated November 6, 2025).

CA: Items were discarded by PIC.

May 28, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observd no sanitizer reading at the 3-compartment sink (warm water was being used).

CA: Hose was reattached and water was changed to meet the requirements for the sanitizer to work effectively.

Nov 22, 2024

Routine

Score: 953 violations

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11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw fish thawing in a prep sink under 70 running water, with then sink drain closed.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed food splatter on walls (behind dish racks) and floors (under equipment) throughout the facility.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee drink with a lid and a straw, stored atop a prep counter next to the toaster in the kitchen area.

Aug 1, 2024

Routine

Score: 953 violations

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a heavy fly presence in the kitchen area of the facility.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 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)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed heavy crumb build up on the toaster oven grates in the kitchen area. Observed old food debris build up on the grooves and inside of the door of the hot box in the main kitchen area.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed old food splatter on the wall behind the dish storage rack in the kitchen area. Observed old grease build up on the floors under the cooking equipment (grill and fryers) in the kitchen area.

Nov 7, 2023

Routine

Score: 992 violations

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet stacking of dishes on the dry dish racks throughout the kitchen area.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple dishes stored upright on shelves throughout the kitchen area.

May 22, 2023

Routine

Score: 913 violations

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed scrambled eggs in reach in cooler at 106 degrees F, not utilizing proper cooling procedures. CA: PIC moved scrambled eggs to cool in ice bath.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee prepping drinks with bracelet on.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hot water not available at hand sink near the buffet. CA: Temporary hand washing sink