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BURNHAM MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY (AKA: BURNHAM MATH AND SCIENCEACADEMY) 9928 S CRANDON AVE FL, CHICAGO 60617 School
February 18, 2014 Canvass License #3247017
10
Total Violations
2
Critical
6
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FOOD PREP AREA, HOT WATER TEMPERATURE BELOW 60 DEGREES. MUST REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-030.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES, MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: 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.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #27
MAJOR
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: NO SOAP IN STUDENT WASHROOMS, MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY LID ON GREASE TRAP.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: 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.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: 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.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: 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
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE ALL FAUCETS STUDENT WASHROOMS THAT DO RUN INDEPENDEDNTLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE ALL FAUCETS STUDENT WASHROOMS THAT DO RUN INDEPENDEDNTLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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