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Daniel D Waterman Elementary

722 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910
School / Childcare
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Daniel D Waterman Elementary has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Mar 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is garbage & refuse properly disposed, which has been cited four times.

Among Cranston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Daniel D Waterman Elementary is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
95
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food received at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs were observed stored in a hot box (ambient 158) at 112 degrees. No delivery temperatures were available at the time of inspection. Establishment used a microwaved and reheated all meatballs to at least 165.
3-202.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The wall next to the dish machine was observed with an accumulation of bio-film. Area to be cleaned.
6-501.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt/grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
78
Oct 20, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The garbage disposal was observed in poor repair. Equipment to be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
95
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Hot dogs on the broken steam table were observed at 99 degrees. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. It was end of service for the day. All other hot dogs were disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The garbage disposal and steam table were observed not in good repair. Steam table was unable to hold food above 135 degrees.
4-501.11
82
Apr 10, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the dry storage area has an small accumulation of old rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
95
Oct 29, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
95
Mar 5, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The bottom hot hold door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
90
Oct 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Daniel D Waterman Elementary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Daniel D Waterman Elementary on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Daniel D Waterman Elementary?

Across the inspection record, garbage & refuse properly disposed has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Daniel D Waterman Elementary.

How does Daniel D Waterman Elementary compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Daniel D Waterman Elementary most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Daniel D Waterman Elementary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Daniel D Waterman Elementary have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Daniel D Waterman Elementary 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 Daniel D Waterman Elementary inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Daniel D Waterman Elementary is inspected around three times per year on average.

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