Family Dollar #22924

1092 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02888
License: Cash Registers - 1-2
Last inspected: May 1, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Family Dollar #22924 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on May 1, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Warwick average 86, so Family Dollar #22924 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The areas below shelving in the retail area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and debris (throughout the store, not just under food area shelving). The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the pest control program.
6-501.12
95
Mar 6, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, various food items were observed adulterated by rodent gnawing and/or mold. Food items were removed from shelving and voluntarily disposed of by the PIC at the time of inspection. (See Disposal)
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents (Mice) is not controlled as evidenced by... - Gnawed human and pet food items - Droppings observed on/under/behind shelving and equipment in retail areas 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. Per the PIC, current pest control company inspects 2x weekly. Pest control reports reviewed at the time of inspection. No reports available for viewing since February 6, 2025.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The areas below shelving in the retail area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the pest control program.
6-501.12
74
Feb 24, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, various food items were observed adulterated by rodent gnawing. Food items were removed from shelving and voluntarily disposed of by the PIC at the time of inspection. (See Disposal)
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents (Mice) is not controlled as evidenced by... - Gnawed human and pet food items - Droppings observed on/under/behind shelving and equipment in retail areas 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. Per the PIC, current pest control company inspects 2x weekly. Pest control reports reviewed at the time of inspection.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside at the front main entrance, are not tight-fitting. Noticeable gap in the exterior sweep at the base of the doors in the middle where the doors meet. Also, the backroom door to the receiving hallway has a noticeable gap in the door sweep. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors
6-202.15
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several areas of the backroom walls were observed to have broken drywall covered with taped cardboard. The physical facilities must be properly repaired and maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The areas below shelving in the retail area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the pest control program.
6-501.12
67
Feb 12, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, various food items were observed adulterated by rodent gnawing. Food items were removed from shelving and voluntarily disposed of by the PIC at the time of inspection. (See Disposal)
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents (Mice) is not controlled as evidenced by... - Gnawed human and pet food items - Droppings observed on/under/behind shelving and equipment in retail areas - Dead rodent on snap trap near access point 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. Per the PIC, current pest control company inspects weekly. Frequency of pest inspections is to be increased to 2x weekly until rodent activity is under control.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Possible rodent entry points were observed in the interior and exterior of the building at the base of the walls. Possible rodent entry points in the interior and exterior of the building are to be sealed and maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The areas below shelving in the retail area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the pest control program.
6-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, the front main entrance, are not tight-fitting Gap at the base of the doors in the middle where the doors meet). Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors
6-202.15
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, 1 dead mouse was observed in the facility in the backroom storage area near an access point. 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several areas of the backroom walls were observed to have broken drywall covered with taped cardboard. The physical facilities must be properly repaired and maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
61
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, various food items were observed adulterated by rodent gnawing. Food items were removed from shelving and voluntarily disposed of by the PIC at the time of inspection. (See Disposal)
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents (Mice) is not controlled as evidenced by... - Gnawed human and pet food items - Droppings observed on/under/behind shelving and equipment in retail areas - Dead rodents on glue traps - Droppings and visibly gnawed access points in the backroom 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. Per the PIC, current pest control company inspects monthly. Frequency of pest inspections is to be increased to weekly until rodent activity is under control.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The doors to the outside, located in the backroom area and the front main entrance, are 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
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, 2 dead mice were observed in the facility under the shelving in the pet food area. 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. Dead mice were removed at the time of inspection.
6-501.112
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The retail perishables cooler was observed to be maintaining an ambient temperature of 40 to 43 degrees Fahrenheit from right side to left, with food items observed at 41 to 43 degrees Fahrenheit. Unit is to be adjusted for proper cold holding of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food-contact surfaces of the retail shelving were observed to have an accumulation of dropping and gnawed debris. Non-FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues and to aid in the pest control program. PIC began cleaning at the time of inspection.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Several areas of the backroom walls were observed to have broken drywall covered with taped cardboard. The physical facilities must be properly repaired and maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Possible rodent entry points were observed in the interior and exterior of the building at the base of the walls. Possible rodent entry points in the interior and exterior of the building are to be sealed and maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The areas below shelving in the retail area were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to aid in the pest control program. PIC began sweeping and cleaning same day.
6-501.12
55
Oct 24, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
Inspector notes: Dead rodents were observed on glue boards underneath the bread and chip aisle. Dead rodents/pests shall be removed from the establishment.
6-501.112
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Underneath the aisles have an accumulation of food debris. 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 walls in the back storage area by the dollies are in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Family Dollar #22924 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Family Dollar #22924 on file is from May 1, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Family Dollar #22924?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Family Dollar #22924.

How does Family Dollar #22924 compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Family Dollar #22924 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Family Dollar #22924's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Family Dollar #22924 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Family Dollar #22924 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 Family Dollar #22924 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Family Dollar #22924 is inspected around five times per year on average.