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La Abundancia Bakery Corporation

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at 6:18 PM

Address
59 MERIDIAN ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
Facility History
27 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.003/3-501.13-C

Thawing (C)

Frozen chicken thawing in stagnant water / Discontinue and thaw as discussed under cold running water

Why This Matters

SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.

Code Requirements

Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Basement floors worn / Repaint/resurface to provide a smooth easily cleanable surface

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department