Governor Pothier Elementary
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
90
Score
Governor Pothier Elementary in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, has a record of eight food service inspections, which have consistently resulted in low-risk classifications. During the most recent inspection on March 11, 2026, the facility received a score of 90 with two minor violations regarding the maintenance and cleanliness of non-food contact surfaces and physical facilities.
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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
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen (grout) is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the blower fans have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non Food contact surfaces must be maintained.
4-602.13
90
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the blower fans in the walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area is in poor repair (low grout). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: The storage area behind the hot water heater has an accumulation of soil residue and droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.114
86
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the cafeteria area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
90
Oct 15, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on both milk cases. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The one door refrigerator located behind the serving line in the kitchen area was not operational. Equipment must be maintained in good repair. The high temp mechanical dishwasher located in the kitchen area was not operational. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area was observed with areas of low grout. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment larger stand mixer and commercial coffee maker in the kitchen area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
82
Mar 18, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: The wall behind the dishwasher is in poor repair. Walls that are subject to splash and spillage must be smooth durable and easily cleanable. Corrective action - establishment is to repair the wall behind the dishwasher. The wall behind the dishwasher must be constructed with material the is durable and easily cleanable such as FRP.
4-202.16
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen (industrial mixer, toaster, industrial coffee machine). Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor by the drain has areas of low grout . The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86
Dec 4, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen area (large mixer, toaster and coffee machine). Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The walls in the dish ware washing area, behind prep table across from ovens and half wall on service line are constructed of painted concrete. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
90
Jul 19, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets at the Dairy chest cooler 2 observed in poor repair. Gaskets shall be repaired or replaced.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Ice buildup observed in the Dairy chest cooler 1. Ice buildup shall be broken down and removed from unit. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
90
Apr 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk was held at 53-56 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: One oven was not in good repair, not functional at time of inspection.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan covers in the walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust and debris. The floor in the walk in freezer have an accumulation of food residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment (a large commercial maker) or items were observed next to the hand sink in the kitchen. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in the dry storage room are stained from previous water damage. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
70
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