W L Callahan School

School Street, Burrillville, RI 02830

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

W L Callahan School appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 10, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near two violations per visit.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Burrillville facility scores 80, putting W L Callahan School on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Ham was observed being held past the date of disposition. Ham was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.18

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink plumbing was observed leaking and in poor repair. Plumbing must be maintained in good repair. Per PIC, ticket has been placed.

5-205.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The 1 door reach-in gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

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. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH. Application was printed at the time of inspection.

2-102.12(A)

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cheese was observed being held past the date of disposition. Cheese was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.18

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. Establishment must apply for a RICFSM. Application was printed at the time of inspection.

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink plumbing was observed in poor repair. Plumbing must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Feb 26, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler was in poor repair, observed with ambient temperature of 52 degrees. Per PIC, no TCS foods are being stored in unit; inspector observed one box of produce in unit.

4-501.11

Feb 12, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

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

Inspector notes: Chicken and potatoes were observed held at 49-51 degrees Fahrenheit. See disposal. Yogurt and lettuce were observed held at 49-53 degrees Fahrenheit. Per interview with PIC, foods were prepared less than 2 hours prior, foods were relocated to another refrigerator at time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler was not in good repair, ambient was 50 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC took unit out of service. PIC informed that no TCS foods can be stored in unit until it reaches an ambient temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.

4-501.11

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The vent above the dishwasher has an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Apr 10, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Cases of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices

Inspector notes: The caulking used to seal the water tray at the steam table has an accumulation of residue.

4-202.16

Nov 14, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Faucet at 3 bay sink was observed leaking. Plumbing systems to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Wall and door frame by handsink observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

May 16, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Faucet at 3 bay sink was observed leaking. Plumbing systems to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Milk cooler gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was W L Callahan School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at W L Callahan School on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at W L Callahan School?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited four times, more than any other issue at W L Callahan School.

How does W L Callahan School compare to other restaurants in Burrillville?

W L Callahan School most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Burrillville average of 80.

Has W L Callahan School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at W L Callahan School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at W L Callahan School means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is W L Callahan School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, W L Callahan School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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