Burnham Math and Scienceacademy was last inspected on May 8, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
May 8, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
21 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed live insect activity in pre-k classroom 117. Observed about 5 live ants crawling on the windowsill, floor and desks in the pre-k classroom. Instructed to eliminate live insect activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.15 observed outside garbage dumpster ground area not maintained. Observed accumulated garbage on the ground around the outside dumpsters and an old couch being stored between the recycling dumpster and the outside fence as well as old wooden panels. Instructed to clean ground area and remove old couch and wooden panels. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b).
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sink clogged and not properly draining in prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at hand washing sink in girls first floor washroom near room 108. Instructed manager to provide soap at all hand washing sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at left sink in girls first floor washroom near 108.observed no running water at left sink in boys first floor washroom near 102. Observed no hot water at left sink in girls second floor washroom near 208.observed no hot water at right sink in boys second floor washroom near 214. Observed low water pressure at left sink in girls second floor washroom near 205. Instructed manager to repair all sinks and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in first and second floor staff washrooms.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed couch and debris around dumpsters in outside garbage area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint and opening wall in lunchroom, loose and missing baseboards along walls in second floor staff washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2591284 on 3-19-25:38- observed 1/4" gap on bottom of right door and right corner of left door at exit #5. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry. Priority foundation 7-42-090
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of right door and right corner of left door at exit #5. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at left sink boy's washroom near room 108. Observed missing cap on right sink girls second floor washroom near room 217. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor drain cover in gilrs second floor washroom(south). Instructed manager to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2590660 on 3-8-24, report #2590298 on 3-1-24, report #2589761 on 2-20-24:60: previous core violations not corrected from report #2572028 on 3-3-23:53-must provide a lid on garbage cans in staff and girl's toilet rooms. Priority 7-42-090
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of right door and right corner of left door at exit #5. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at left sink boy's washroom near room 108. Observed missing cap on right sink girls second floor washroom near room 217. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor drain cover in gilrs second floor washroom(south). Instructed manager to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2590298 on 3-1-24, report #2589761 on 2-20-24:60: previous core violations not corrected from report #2572028 on 3-3-23:53-must provide a lid on garbage cans in staff and girl's toilet rooms. Priority 7-42-090
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of right door and right corner of left door at exit #5. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at left sink boy's washroom near room 108. Observed missing cap on right sink girls second floor washroom near room 217. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor drain cover in gilrs second floor washroom(south). Instructed manager to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2589761 on2-20-24:60:previous core violations not corrected from report #2572028 on 3-3-23:10-must adjust faucet handles at hand sinks in 1st & 2nd fl. (south & north) girl's and boy's hand sinks to stay on longer for hand washing.53-must provide a lid on garbage cans in staff and girl's toilet rooms. Priority 7-42-080
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of right door and right corner of left door at exit #5. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at left sink boy's washroom near room 108. Observed missing cap on right sink girls second floor washroom. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor drain cover in gilrs second floor washroom(south). Instructed manager to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at washbowls in girls and boys washooms near main office. Instructed manager to provide soap for proper hand washing. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of right door and right corner of left door at exit #5. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at left sink boys washroom near room 108. Observed missing cap on right sink girls second floor washroom. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor drain cover in gilrs second floor washroom(south). Instructed manager to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report #2572028 on 3-3-23:10-must adjust faucet handles at hand sinks in 1st & 2nd fl. (south & north) girl's and boy's hand sinks to stay on longer for hand washing.53-must provide a lid on garbage cans in staff and girl's toilet rooms. Priority foundation 7-42-080
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Must adjust faucet handles at hand sinks in 1st & 2nd fl. (south & north) girl's and boy's hand sinks to stay on longer for hand washing.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand sinks in pre- k room 117 class room & toilet room,(north) boy's and girl's 2nd fl. Toilet rooms.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on lower shelf of prep table.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a lid on garbage cans in staff and girl's toilet rooms.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing ceiling tiles near delivery door in kitchen,broken floor tiles in both lunch rooms,missing wall base in pre-k room 117 near cabinet.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint chipping paint on walls in kitchen,both lunch rooms,pre-k 115 ceiling.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean debris from floor in walk in cooler & freezer.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace burntout light in walk in freezer.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood over oven if more than 75kw must install and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed minor accumulated debris under the 3 compartment sink and behind refrigeration units. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed improper thawing of tcs food (deli meat) at room temperature. Instructed to properly thaw all tcs foods under cold running water (not exceeding 70f) or in a refrigerator at all times.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed handsink in pre-k classroom 117 unisex washroom not stocked with hand soap. Informed school custodian that hand soap must be available at handsinks at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed low water pressure at handsink in washroom located inside boiler room. Instructed to increase pressure to ensure proper water flow is available.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods (grilled chicken, milk etc.) without original city of chicago food service manager certificate on site. Voided photocopy posted in kitchen. Informed person in charge that an original city of chicago food service certificate must be posted and certified manager must also be on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed cold water pressure needs to be increased in the boy's toilet room located by the lunch room. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 observed the coving is deattached from the wall located under the hand washing sink and under the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the rubber gasket of the right door of two door refrigeration unit next to the storage shelves in the kitchen in poor repair; repair rubber gasket.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling of the girls washroom on the first floor (center area) in poor repair from water damage; repair ceiling.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found one sink in the girls washroom (first floor south) with no running water; must restore running water to this sink. (two sinks in this washroom).
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found improper temperature of potentially hazardous food,turkey wrap sandwich at 48.6f inside the walk-in cooler,total weight 4lbs total cost $25.00,food item was denatured and destroyed during inspection,critical violation 7-38-005(a)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors in the storage area behind shelving rack,along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must remove chip paint from the ceiling inside janitors closet on the 1st floor.instructed to remove chip paint
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Noted the interior of the walk in freezer with ice build up. Must clean and defrost.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: NOTED THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BOYS 1st FLOOR TOILET ROOM DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Noted outside dumpster in poor repair(missing lid). This allow easy access to food source for rodents and other pests. Must replace or repair lid and maintain tight fitting and rodent proof. Violation #7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Noted the interior of the walk in freezer with ice build up. Must clean and defrost.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: NOTED THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BOYS 1st FLOOR TOILET ROOM DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors inside the boys washroom on the 1st flooor near room 115 smells like urine, and detail clean the floors inside all janitors closets along wall base and corners instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove clutter from the janitors closet on the 1st floor near room 112,to prevent rodent harborage
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Paint rusty lid on grease trap.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: interior & exterior of disconnected refrigerator in pre-k classroom, microwave oven(s) on teacher's lounge, and student storage cubicles & shelves in closets in pre-k classroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment in boiler room, in pre-k classroom, in all janitor"s closets, and where needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Repair bent molding on left side of kitchen exit door. Repair or replace loose threshold on floor underneath left exit door inside gym, repair bottoms of exit doors at entrance 1 & 4. Clean walls throughout where needed. Paint rusty interior of kitchen exit door
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace all faucets student washrooms that do run independedntly for at least 15 seconds.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found dirty mop water in mop sink in first floor janitor's closet must properly discard mop water to prevent pest breeding. Must eliminate all clutter in all janitor's closets.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: No hot running water at exposed handsink in food prep area, hot water temperature below 60 degrees. Must repair. Critical violation. 7-38-030.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: No pest control log book on premises, must provide. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not properly maintained. Overflowing trash with lids open observed in garbage area. Must request garbage pick-up from company, request additional receptacles if needed, and keep lids closed on containers. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
Inspector’s note: No soap in student washrooms, must provide. Serious violation 7-38-030.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Paint rusty lid on grease trap.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: interior & exterior of disconnected refrigerator in pre-k classroom, microwave oven(s) on teacher's lounge, and student storage cubicles & shelves in closets in pre-k classroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment in boiler room, in pre-k classroom, in all janitor"s closets, and where needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Repair bent molding on left side of kitchen exit door. Repair or replace loose threshold on floor underneath left exit door inside gym, repair bottoms of exit doors at entrance 1 & 4. Clean walls throughout where needed. Paint rusty interior of kitchen exit door
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace all faucets student washrooms that do run independedntly for at least 15 seconds.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found dirty mop water in mop sink in first floor janitor's closet must properly discard mop water to prevent pest breeding. Must eliminate all clutter in all janitor's closets.
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