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La Abundancia Bakery Corporation

FAIL

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 3:16 PM

Address
59 MERIDIAN ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
27 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.18-P

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)

Some TCS foods without date marking inside walk-in unit. Provide.

Why This Matters

LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.

Code Requirements

Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Handsink at serving line without soap. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

CFPM certificate expired. Provide a current one.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
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