Apple Rehab Clipper

161 Post Road, Westerly, RI 02891

Healthcare Facility

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Apple Rehab Clipper stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Apple Rehab Clipper's 78 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (liquid eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (drinks) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located at the back door, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of prep area ledge. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.

4-101.17

Feb 10, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-402.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Dishwasher was primed to 50 ppm during time of inspection.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Ice machine was taken out of service and must not be used until is cleaned.

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Food was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Sep 21, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 6, 2023

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Hands not washed when required

Inspector notes: The dishwasher failed to wash his/her hands between loading soiled and unloading clean dishes from the dishwasher. Food employees must clean their hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils.

2-301.14

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine shield) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. The ice was voluntarily disposed of during time of inspection (see attached disposal form). Ice machine must be cleaned.

4-602.11

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 44-50 degrees Fahrenheit in the pantry refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had not been out of temperature for more than 4 hours and a temperature log was provided. All time/temperature control for safety foods were relocated to the refrigeration unit in the kitchen. The ambient air temperature was observed at 43-45 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Establishment must not use the pantry refrigeration unit for storing time/temperature control for safety foods until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Refrigerator must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.

3-501.16(A)

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen ware-washing area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Apple Rehab Clipper last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Apple Rehab Clipper on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Apple Rehab Clipper?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Apple Rehab Clipper.

How does Apple Rehab Clipper compare to other restaurants in Westerly?

Apple Rehab Clipper most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Westerly average of 88.

Has Apple Rehab Clipper's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Apple Rehab Clipper have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Apple Rehab Clipper 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 Apple Rehab Clipper inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Apple Rehab Clipper is inspected around two times per year on average.

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