Peace Dale Elementary
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
95
Score
Peace Dale Elementary has been inspected eight times since 2023. On Mar 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.
Certified food protection manager accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average for South Kingstown sits at 87, putting Peace Dale Elementary on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety that is registered with the RIDOH Center for Food Protection. PIC did successfully complete a Food Safety Course and test. Application for Certified Food Safety Manager License to be submitted as soon as possible.
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 29, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was available at the time of inspection. A person certified in food safety is required to be on site at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-103.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety that is registered with the RIDOH Center for Food Protection. At least one individual certified in food safety is to be a Licensed Food Safety Manager for the location that is registered with RIDOH CFP.
2-102.12(A)
86
Apr 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was available at the time of inspection. A person certified in food safety is required to be on site at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-103.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety that is registered with the RIDOH Center for Food Protection. At least one individual certified in food safety is to be a Licensed Food Safety Manager for the location that is registered with RIDOH CFP.
2-102.12(A)
86
Oct 2, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was available at the time of inspection. A person certified in food safety is required to be on site at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-101.11
90
Sep 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk in the larger Chest Cooler was observed held at 41 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Milk was moved to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was available at the time of inspection. A person certified in food safety is required to be on site at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-101.11
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, whole fruits were observed rinsed/prepped at the pre-flush sprayer to the dish machine area next to wall mounted chemicals. Staff are to rinse/prep food items in the sanitizer bay of the 3-bay sink where the sink is properly air gapped and chemicals are not stored/mounted. (Apples were moved at the time of inspection.)
3-305.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The Larger Milk Chest Cooler located in the cafeteria area was observed to be in need of repair/adjustment. The ambient temperature was observed at 40 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit with Milk Temperatures observed at 41 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Use of the Large Chest Cooler for Storage of Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods is to be discontinued until serviced/repaired/replaced.
4-501.11
70
Feb 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: The hand sink in the kitchen and bathroom observed with a water temperature of 69 degrees Fahrenheit. A HANDWASHING SINK shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrneheit through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
5-202.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt/grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
86
Oct 11, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: The hand sink in the kitchen and bathroom observed with a water temperature of 65 degrees Fahrenheit. A HANDWASHING SINK shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrneheit through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
5-202.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt/grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Peace Dale Elementary last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Peace Dale Elementary on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Peace Dale Elementary?
Across the inspection record, certified food protection manager has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Peace Dale Elementary.
How does Peace Dale Elementary compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?
Peace Dale Elementary most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the South Kingstown average of 87.
Has Peace Dale Elementary's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Peace Dale Elementary have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Peace Dale Elementary 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 Peace Dale Elementary inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Peace Dale Elementary is inspected around three times per year on average.
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