Americus, Sumter County

FURLOW CHARTER SCHOOL, INC

63 VALLEY DR AMERICUS, GA 31709

Food
Latest score
96
Apr 13, 2026
City
Americus
County
Sumter
Inspections
8

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Apr 13, 2026

Routine

Score: 961 violation

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple food service as well as canned food items not stored on the floor in the storage area next to the main dining room. PIC stated she has ordered more shelving for this area to try and accommodate the additional items. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

  1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

  1. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts.

  2. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

Oct 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple food service as well as canned food items not stored on the floor in the storage area next to the main dining room. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

  1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

  1. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts.

  2. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple canned food items stored on floor of separate dry storage area near dining area. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Person in charge place all canned food items at least 6 inches above the floor.

Sep 24, 2024

Routine

Score: 932 violations

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed a pinkish residue along the chute of the ice machine. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles, equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer or at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. COS: PIC had employee adequately clean the chute of the ice machine.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several food items being stored on the floors of the walk-in freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least 6 inches above the floor. COS: PIC had staff rearrange items to meet the 6 inches above the floor minimum. COS: PIC had employee rearrange the items so that they are being stored 6 inches above the floor.

Apr 23, 2024

Followup

Score: 872 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed spoiled and/or rotten lettuce stored in the walk-in cooler. Food shall be safe, unadultered, and honestly presented. COS: PIC had employee discard the lettuce.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed several non-food contact surfaces with an accumulation of soils and food debris. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC had employees adequately clean the non-food contact surfaces.

Mar 7, 2024

Routine

Score: 764 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed spoiled and/or rotten cucumbers stored in the reach-in cooler, near the far serving line. Food shall be safe, unadultered, and honestly presented. COS: PIC had employee discard the cucumbers.

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several TCS foods stored on the floor of the refrigeration units in the main kitchen. Food shall be protected from contamination by arranging each type of food in the equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. COS: PIC had employees adequately store and arrange food in a manner to prevent cross contamination.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a pink residue along the chute of the ice machine. Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC adequately cleaned the chute of the ice machine.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed several non-food contact surfaces with an accumulation of soils and food debris. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC had employees adequately clean the non-food contact surfaces.

Nov 3, 2023

Routine

Score: 933 violations

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(c) - segregation, distressed food segregated and properly located (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed damaged canned goods stored with undamaged canned goods. Products that are held by permit holder for credit, redemption, or returned to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, shall be segregated and held in a designated areas that are separate from food. COS: PIC removed canned goods and placed in a designated area.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several food items being stored on the floors of the walk-in cooler and freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least 6 inches above the floor. COS: PIC had staff rearrange items to meet the 6 inches above the floor minimum.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several non-food contact surfaces throughout the main kitchen to be unclean with visible food debris and soil. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC directed staff to adequately clean the non-food contact surfaces.

May 23, 2023

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.