Family Dollar #27972

839 Broad St, Central Falls, RI 02863

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Family Dollar #27972 has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent report on file is from Aug 20, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The latest visit found one violation, down from five violations the time before.

Looking across the full record, garbage & refuse properly disposed is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Central Falls restaurant scene, where the average is 82, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Refuse area was observed with an accumulation of cardboard boxes and litter. Area to be maintained cleaned.

5-501.115

Aug 20, 2024

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Cases of water were observed stored on the floor in the retail area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Reach-in Freezer was observed in poor repair. Per PIC, parts are on order to repair equipment. Unit was out of service prior to inspection.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the chip shelves have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: 1. Recycling disposal units were observed with missing lids, drain plug observed missing. Units to be properly adjusted. 2. Area was observed with an accumulation of excess pallets, totes, trash and debris. Area to be maintained clean and free of litter to prevent harborage conditions for pests.

5-501.115

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the back storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Family Dollar #27972 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Family Dollar #27972 on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Family Dollar #27972?

Across the inspection record, garbage & refuse properly disposed has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Family Dollar #27972.

How does Family Dollar #27972 compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?

Family Dollar #27972 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Central Falls average of 82.

Has Family Dollar #27972's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Family Dollar #27972 have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Family Dollar #27972 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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