Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 2, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source
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Thomas Hoyne Elementary
8905 S Crandon Ave
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8 inspectionsCanvass
May 26, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CLOSET OF THE PRE-K CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFEECTED 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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER AND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE PRE-K ROOM 108 STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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, May 26, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 25, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND LIDS NOT TIGHT-FITTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA. 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 issuesnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2615944 ON 4-17-25: 10-OBSERVED HOT WATER 124.1F ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT LEFT HAND WASHING SINK IN GIRLS WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT 100F-120F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. 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, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 17, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOT WATER 127F ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT LEFT HAND WASHING SINK IN GIRLS WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT 100F-120F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. 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 OVER 80 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVES, PIPING, AND FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN GYM OFFICE/LOUNGE 117. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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
OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND LIDS NOT TIGHT-FITTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA. 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 issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLUTTER ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN GYM OFFICE/LOUNGE 117. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ITEMS OFF FLOOR, AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 9, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY IN PRE-K 108 AND NURSE OFFICE WASHROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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 RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK NOT OPERABLE IN GIRL'S WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #10 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 9, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 21, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY IN PRE-K 108 AND NURSE OFFICE WASHROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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 RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK NOT OPERABLE IN GIRL'S WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #10 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2590781 ON 3-11-24: 60-PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2574573 ON 4-19-23: 55-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING NEAR FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN. 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 21, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 18, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY IN PRE-K 108 AND NURSE OFFICE WASHROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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 RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK NOT OPERABLE IN GIRL'S WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #10 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2590781 ON 3-11-24:10-OBSERVED HOT WATER (128.5F) ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK IN BOY'S WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #10. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT 100F-120F AT HAND WASHING SINK. 38-OBSERVED OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS INSIDE PRE-K CLOSET 108, INSIDE CABINET UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN PRE-K 108, ON FLOOR BEHIND TABLES AND FILE CABINET IN STAFF WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 60-PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2574573 ON 4-19-23:10-MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER IN NORTH & SOUTH BOY'S & GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS FOR HAND WASHING. 55-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING NEAR FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN. MUST ELEVATE, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 108 CLOSET. 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 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND DINING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 18, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 11, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOT WATER (124.5F) ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK IN BOY'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT 100F-120F AT HAND WASHING SINK. 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 OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR INSIDE PRE-K CLOSET 108, INSIDE CABINET UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN PRE-K 108, ON FLOOR BEHIND TABLES AND FILE CABINET IN STAFF WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND DINING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2574573 ON 4-19-23:10-MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER IN NORTH & SOUTH BOY'S & GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS FOR HAND WASHING. 55-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING NEAR FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN. MUST ELEVATE, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 108 CLOSET. 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 findingnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK NOT OPERABLE IN GIRL'S WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #10 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 WASTE RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS WASHROOM AND NURSE OFFICE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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 OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED, DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED AND LIDS NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY COVER ALL DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS. 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, Mar 11, 2024 · Original Source