Subway

99 Eddie Dowling Highway, North Smithfield, RI 02896

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: May 23, 2024

Score

High Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On May 23, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

By comparison, the average North Smithfield facility scores 82, putting Subway on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 23, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: A leak was observed at the self-service beverage machine, with a bucket of water under the counter and water present on shelving.

5-205.15

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Tuna salad was observed held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per Pic, tuna was placed in holding unit prior to unit coming to proper temperature. PIC placed tuna salad in freezer to quickly chill. Other foods in unit were observed held at proper temperature.

3-501.16(A)

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance during inspection.

2-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized, ice disposed.

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling tiles in the kitchen area are in poor repair, observed with damage from a previous water leak. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Staff donned hat during inspection.

2-402.11

Gloves used incorrectly or not changed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Staff observed not changing gloves between using electronic equipment (tablet used for label maker) and handling Ready-to-Eat food (shredded cheese). Staff changed gloves during inspection.

3-304.15(B)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety currently licensed with RIDOH Center for Food Protection. Application was completed during inspection.

2-102.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from May 23, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in North Smithfield?

Subway most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the North Smithfield average of 82.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Subway means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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