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Pulaski State Prison, located at 373 Upper River Rd, Hawkinsville, GA 31036, received a score of 63 points out of a possible 100 points during their 07/14/2026 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1:
1-2B – certified food protection manager
511-6-1.03(3)(c) – certification documentation (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no CFSM certification documentation available on site during the time of inspection. Staff confirmed that it had been renewed but the Person In Charge (PIC) was unable to produce even a digital copy of the documentation. CA: 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. 2. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. 3. All licenses, certificates, diplomas, or other similar credentials issued or granted to an owner or operator who has successfully completed an approved or accredited food safety certification course and exam shall expire on the expiration date determined by the credentialing organization. Within ninety days of the expiration of the CFSM certificate, the CFSM shall enroll in an approved food safety training course, pass an approved exam, and obtain a new certificate. 4. The certification is not transferable between persons. Obtain hard copy and post in public view the documentation showing current CFSM status. Complete within 1 week.
Violation #2:
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) – hand drying provision (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed handwash sink in the restroom for the kitchen without any hand drying provisions provided and stocked. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels;Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel;Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device;Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. COS: Paper towels restocked in the bathroom for the kitchen.
Violation #3:
4-1B – proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food
511-6-1.04(8)(a) – discarding or reconditioning unsafe, adulterated food, or contaminated food(p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed mold growing in multiple boxes of squash in one of the facilities walk-in coolers. CA: 1.A food that is unsafe, adulterated, or not honestly presented shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an approved procedure.P 2. Food that is not from an approved source shall be discarded.P 3. Ready-to-eat food that may have been contaminated by an employee who has been restricted or excluded shall be discarded.P 4. Food that is contaminated by food employees, consumers, or other persons through contact with their hands, bodily discharges, such as nasal or oral discharges, or other means shall be discarded. COS: Any boxes containing molded squash were voluntarily discarded.
Violation #4:
4-2A – food stored covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) – packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Multiple food items throughout the kitchen were being stored uncovered and not in the process of cooling. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: Food that was uncovered was covered with lids.
Violation #5:
6-1A – proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed shredded cabbage out a rack with the other hot holding items sitting at a temperature of 79 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food (TCS) that is being cold held must be maintained at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below to maintain safety. COS: Cabbage had not been out for more than four hours, given the option to discard or cool down the cabbage, decision to discard the food was elected.
Violation #6:
6-1B – proper hot holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed chili and refried beans on rack being hot held at 109 and 116 degrees Fahrenheit respectively. CA: TCS food being hot held shall be maintained at a temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above for safety. COS: Items placed back in the oven to reheat to proper temperature.
Violation #7:
16B – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
511-6-1.06(2)(r) – system maintained in good repair (p, c)
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed a leak under the 2-compartment sink nearest the walk-in cooler for the flour. CA: Plumbing shall be maintained in good repair against leaks. Correct within 2 weeks.
Violation #8:
16C – sewage and waste water properly disposed
511-6-1.06(4)(d),(e) – grease trap; conveying sewage (c, p)
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Sewage backing up in the grates under the boilers, steamers and grill area. Also backing up near the small dining area ice machine. CA: Sewage shall be conveyed to the point of disposal through an approved sanitary sewage system or other system, including use of sewage transport vehicles, waste retention tanks, pumps, pipes, hoses, and connections that are constructed, maintained, and operated according to law. Correct within 1 week, mark off area with sewage on the floor to prevent foot traffic from tracking the water and contaminants elsewhere in the facility.
Violation #9:
17B – garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
511-6-1.06(5)(m) – outside storage, prohibitions (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Outside trash being stored on trailers leaving bags of food filled trash exposed to the outside elements and pests. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 2. of this subsection, refuse receptacles not meeting the requirements specified under subsection (5)(d)1. of this Rule such as receptacles that are not rodent-resistant, unprotected plastic bags and paper bags, or baled units that contain materials with food residue may not be stored outside. Trash cans with lids may be used to store trash on the trailers instead, correct within 2 weeks.
Violation #10:
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(5)(k) – controlling pests (pf, c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed many flies in the front food service line swarming around the food. CA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. Correct within 1 week.
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