Cumberland Farms No 1217

5687 Post Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818
Grocery / Market
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: Jul 30, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Cumberland Farms No 1217 stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 30, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from five violations to zero.

Across the inspection history, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

The city-wide average for East Greenwich sits at 88, putting Cumberland Farms No 1217 on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 30, 2025
Opening
No violations found.
100
Jun 12, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jun 11, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The shelving where the tobacco products are stored were observed with old rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
95
Jun 6, 2025
Reinspection for Opening
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple bags of chips and candy were observed with gnaw marks. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Rodent activity still present in the establishment as evidenced by droppings observed in the walk-in cooler and next to fire suppression system. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler door was observed in poor repair (door does not properly seal at the bottom). Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Person in charge stated that walk-in cooler is to be replaced.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in cooler area and next to the register/fire suppression systems has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: 1) A hole in the ceiling above the open air retail cooler (openings next to wires) 2) ceiling in the walk-in cooler (openings next to wires) 3) ceiling in the back storage room (missing tiles) 4) the wall on the side of the cash register was observed insulation that is not properly sealed/covered 5) An active leak from the ceiling was observed behind the counter. PIC has made maintenance requests for the facilities to be repaired.
6-501.11
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: A rodent carcass was observed on a trap in the vacant storage room. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the PREMISES at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
6-501.112
64
Jun 4, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food product was observed with rodent gnaw marks in the retail food area. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of food at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by: 1) an accumulation of rodent droppings in the retail coolers, walk-in coolers, retail shelving, behind the service counter 2) gnawed food product 3) live activity in the store observed The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler door was observed in poor repair (door does not properly seal at the bottom). Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the retail shelving (chips/candy aisles), the bowls in the open air cooler, and the medicine shelf have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the walk-in cooler, back storage room, and retail floor has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: 1) A hole was observed at the front shelving next to the front door 2) ceiling in the walk-in cooler 3) ceiling in the back storage room 4) the wall on the side of the cash register was observed insulation that is not properly sealed/covered
6-501.11
64
May 21, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly
Inspector notes: Rodenticide was observed uncontained on the floor beside the ATM machine. Rodenticide must be in obtained bait stations and installed by a pest control technician only.
7-206.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of rodent droppings under the shelving throughout the retail area, behind the cashier register, in the walk-in cooler, ware-washing area and in the back room. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment to send all pest control reports to inspector after every visit.
6-501.111
78
May 8, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Reese's candies were observed with gnaw marks/eaten by rodents. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of items at the time of inspection.
3-101.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: The hand sink was observed to be in poor repair (out of service posted on sink). The establishment to discontinue making coffee and tea until hand sink is in good repair and proper adjustment. Per PIC, a maintenance request has been made.
5-205.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by gnawed food products and an accumulation of rodent droppings under the shelving throughout the retail area, behind the cashier register, in the walk-in cooler, ware-washing area, open air cooler, and in the back room. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. - Establishment to create a plan of action of the elimination of the rodent activity. Plan of action to include but not limited to: frequency of pest control, monitoring plan, sanitation schedule, target date of elimination and a full evaluation from pest control. The full evaluation from pest control to include but not limited to: a summary of the rodent presence, any physical facility entry points, any other recommendations for the establishment by the pest control tech to eliminate the presence of rodents. Pest control company must complete a full evaluation of the establishment before next visit. Plan of action to be sent to inspector by 5/12/25 or disciplinary action may follow.
6-501.111
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan covers in the walk-in cooler have an accumulation of dust.
4-602.13
67
Jul 12, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: An old drain pipe was observed to be exposed sticking up from the floor in the dry storage room. The drain pipe was observed to be blocked off with tape. A PLUMBING SYSTEM and hoses conveying water shall be constructed and repaired with APPROVED materials.
5-201.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Condensate Tubing and a PVC Drain Pipe were observed draining into the Mop Sink. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-402.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the storage unit, 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The ceiling of the walk-in cooler was observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, mildew/mold and other debris. Non food contact surfaces are to be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
4-602.13
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, utility lines on the exterior wall of the establishment were observed to be uncovered/exposed. Utility service lines and pipes may not be unnecessarily exposed.
6-201.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the floor in the back dry storage area was observed to have dirty water staining and an accumulation of droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and aid in the pest control program.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cumberland Farms No 1217 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cumberland Farms No 1217 on file is from Jul 30, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cumberland Farms No 1217?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cumberland Farms No 1217.

How does Cumberland Farms No 1217 compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?

Cumberland Farms No 1217 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the East Greenwich average of 88.

Has Cumberland Farms No 1217's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cumberland Farms No 1217 have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cumberland Farms No 1217 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 Cumberland Farms No 1217 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cumberland Farms No 1217 is inspected around four times per year on average.