Telfair Correctional Institution
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Telfair Correctional Institution five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 26, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “proper date marking and disposition” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Among Georgia restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cut cabbage in the walk in cooler was covered and not cooling faster as it should. CA: Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria by loosely covered or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Uncovered during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed 3 wiping cloths at the baking station wet and not stored in a bucket of sanitizer. CA: Wiping cloths must be stored in a sanitizer bucket in between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
90
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Box of single carton milks sitting on the counter in the baking stating temperature at 63F-65F. Several milks stored in the walk-in of the baking area at 45F. Time/temperature control for safety food must be cold held at 41F or below. COS: Milks discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
82
May 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open personal drinks on the prep line; observed multiple opened drinks in the kitchen and back walk-in cooler. COS - Discussed designated areas for personal drinks. Drinks removed.
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Personal coats stored on top of boxes in dry storage; personal items must be stored in designated areas.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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Aug 8, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bologna in the walk-in cooler not datemarked. Time/temperature control for safety food must be properly dated if held over 24 hours. COS - Person-in-charge did know the items were prepared yesterday and dated accordingly.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple handwash sinks without soap and papertowels. COS - Soap and papertowels provided by PIC.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple handwash sinks without soap and papertowels. COS - Soap and papertowels provided by PIC.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Found food in the vegetarian cooler stored past disposal dates in June. Potentially hazardous food must be discarded by the 7 day discard date or use-by day, whichever first. COS - Food discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler storing eggs and milk has water all over the floor from leaking/broken pipes. Plumbing must be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open personal drinks on the prep line; observed multiple opened drinks in the kitchen and back walk-in cooler. Personal drinks must be in a cup with a lid and straw in food preparation areas. COS - Drinks discarded.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Biscuit mix found stored in dry storage found uncovered and subject to contamination. COS- The damaged bags were discarded at the time of inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Box of food in the vegan cooler on the floor; box of broccoli in the walk-in freezer on the floor. Food must be 6" off of the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
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Mar 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Found food in the vegetarian cooler stored past disposal dates in February. Found milk in the other walk-in cooler dated 3-15-24 discard date. Potentially hazardous food must be discarded by 7 day discard date or use-by day, whichever first. COS - Food discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. COS - PIC put correct concentration at time of inspection. Dishes sent back to dishwashing.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed an inmate preparing food while wearing jewelry (watch) other than a plain ring on their hands/arms.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Telfair Correctional Institution last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Telfair Correctional Institution on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Telfair Correctional Institution?
Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Telfair Correctional Institution.
Has Telfair Correctional Institution's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Telfair Correctional Institution have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Telfair Correctional Institution means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Telfair Correctional Institution inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Telfair Correctional Institution is inspected around two times per year on average.
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