Old County Road School
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
86
Score
Old County Road School has been inspected six times since 2023. On Mar 16, 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 four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible, showing up two times.
The city-wide average for Smithfield sits at 78, putting Old County Road School on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by bread racks. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
5-205.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the toilet room used by kitchen staff was lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
86
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The dishwasher was nonfunctional at time of inspection with chemicals not hooked up. Establishment will use proper procedures in 2 bay sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize any equipment or utensils not returned to the high school.
4-204.117
Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up
Inspector notes: Establishment is lacking a 3 bay sink, with a 2 bay sink in place.
4-301.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The table legs of the dishwasher table is in poor repair, with peeling paint. 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 (stove) or items were observed in the hallway. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
70
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food received at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Corn alote received at 57 degrees F. Receiving temperature for cold food is 41 degrees F or colder. Corn alote was placed in freezer to rapidly chill. Discussed NOT placing cold food into the same Cambro delivery box as hot foods with employee.
3-202.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Pipes near the kitchen hand sink area are in poor repair, rusted with chipping paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The wall by the kitchen hand sink area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
74
Nov 6, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Hummus was observed thawing in stagnant 106 degree water. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.
3-501.13
Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking a 3 bay sink, noted in prior inspection in 2019.
4-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the toilet room used by employees was lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean on the table near hand sink.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the can opener base, and drawer handles have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
64
Mar 26, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Roasted greenbeans were observed held at (48) degrees Fahrenheit at cold hold unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per staff, green beans were cooked the day before, establishment is not permitted to cook and cool due to inadequate refrigeration. Food that was out of temperature for an unknown amount of time was voluntarily disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 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. Food was placed into refrigeration to chill.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-103.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a Rhode Island Certified Food Protection Manager. Establishment to register with state.
2-102.12
64
Nov 9, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Old County Road School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Old County Road School on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Old County Road School?
Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Old County Road School.
How does Old County Road School compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?
Old County Road School most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Smithfield average of 78.
Has Old County Road School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Old County Road School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around four per visit.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Old County Road School 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 Old County Road School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Old County Road School is inspected around three times per year on average.
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