Pvd Pizza
Last inspected: Oct 17, 2024
58
Score
Pvd Pizza appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 17, 2024. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around eight violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited four times.
Pvd Pizza's latest score of 58 falls below the Warwick average of 86. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The plumbing under the three bay sink was in poor repair (active leak observed).
5-205.15
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: The establishment's menu is lacking an allergen warning for consumers.
2-101.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine.
4-302.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment were observed in poor repair or improper adjustment: 1) Reach in freezer door observed with tape 2) The door of the small refrigeration unit on the cook line was not sealing/fully closing 3) The right handle on the faucet of the restroom hand wash sink did not dispense water
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area was observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of debris: 1) The ceiling vents had dust 2) The ceiling tiles above/near the cook and prep line had dust and other debris
6-501.12
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the cook and prep area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-101.11
58
Oct 3, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs and sauce, were only reheated to 65 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding must be reheated to 165 degrees Fahrenheit or above for 15 seconds.
3-403.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The plumbing under the three bay sink was in poor repair (active leak observed).
5-205.15
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine.
4-302.14
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: The establishment's menu is lacking an allergen warning for consumers.
2-101.11
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Equipment such as slicer pieces and large can opener were observed on the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing and must not be obstructed.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment were observed in poor repair or improper adjustment: 1) Reach in freezer door observed with tape 2) The door of the small refrigeration unit on the cook line was not sealing/fully closing 3) The right handle on the faucet of the restroom hand wash sink did not dispense water
4-501.11
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The condensate from the prep unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the employee's restroom is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
6-202.14
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area was observed in poor repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas of the physical facilities were observed with an accumulation of debris: 1) The hood ventilation system had dust and other debris 2) The ceiling vents had dust 3) The ceiling tiles above/near the cook and prep line had dust and other debris
6-501.12
35
Sep 14, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flying insects is not controlled. 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. PIC stated pest control is going to be treating establishment for insects.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair. Pepsi fridge was observed not fully shutting.
4-501.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease trap outside is located on dirt. 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
78
Aug 28, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A tiny fly was observed in a container of alfredo sauce. Sauce was voluntarily disposed of.
3-101.11
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. PIC contacted dish machine company. Until dishwasher is serviced, establishment to use 3-bay to sanitize dishes.
4-501.114
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of flies is not controlled as evidenced by multiple flies observed. 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.
6-501.111
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dish machine.
4-302.14
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease trap outside is located on dirt. 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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair. The small sauce refrigerator was observed not tightly closing.
4-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pvd Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pvd Pizza on file is from Oct 17, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pvd Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pvd Pizza.
How does Pvd Pizza compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Pvd Pizza most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Pvd Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pvd Pizza have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pvd Pizza means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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