Familia Food Market
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2024
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Familia Food Market three times, with records going back to 2024. Familia Food Market was last inspected on Dec 16, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible”, showing up two times.
Familia Food Market's latest score is in line with the Providence average of 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, and debris. The dumpster area must be maintained clean to prevent harborage for pests. PIC informed.
5-501.115
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
Inspector notes: Employees' food items were observed stored in the meat cooler. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions. PIC informed.
6-403.11
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An open employees' beverage container was observed stored on the meat grinder. Employees shall not drink from open beverage containers in order to prevent contamination of their hands, the container, and exposed food. PIC informed.
2-401.11
78
Oct 9, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (banana's) 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
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
70
Oct 2, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemicals (WD-40) were stored on the same shelf with food/equipment/single service articles on prep table.
7-201.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, plumbing on 3 bay sink was in poor repair. Per interview with PIC, pipe broke earlier today. Plumber was on site and was fixed during time of inspection.
5-205.15
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (apples) 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
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher.
4-501.114
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by large and small droppings. The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by small flying insects. The presence of cockroaches is not controlled as evidenced by dead roaches on glue boards. 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
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-103.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: Food and drinks were observed stored on the floor throughout establishment. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.14
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items were observed stored on the floor in the old walk-in cooler. Single service items must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
4-903.11(A)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of prep table (legs). 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
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving and refrigeration throughout establishment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The dumpster area has an accumulation of litter, leaf litter, and debris. The dumpster area must be maintained clean to prevent harborage for pests.
5-501.115
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed throughout establishment. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Familia Food Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Familia Food Market on file is from Dec 16, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Familia Food Market?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Familia Food Market.
How does Familia Food Market compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Familia Food Market most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.
Has Familia Food Market's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Familia Food Market have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Familia Food Market means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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