Canvass Re-Inspection
May 8, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 8, 2026 · Original Source
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Burnham Math And Science Academy
9928 S Crandon Ave Fl
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9 inspectionsCanvass
May 1, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
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).
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
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).
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 1, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 14, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 7, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK CLOGGED AND NOT PROPERLY DRAINING IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOMS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COUCH AND DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTERS IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
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
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 19, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN GILRS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 19, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 15, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN GILRS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
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
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 8, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN GILRS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
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
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 8, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 1, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN GILRS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
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
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 1, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 20, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
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)
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN GILRS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
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.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
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
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 20, 2024 · Original Source