Mar 26, 2026
Routine
11C - approved thawing methods used
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)
OBSERVED EGGS BITES, BREAKFAST BURRITOS AND POTATO EGG CHEDDAR BAKES THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE ON COUNTER IN "MAIN KITCHEN"
C/A: time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed:
-
Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or
-
Completely submerged under running water:
(i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF
(ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and
(iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or
(iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including:
(I) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking PF, or
(II) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 41°F (5°C) PF;
COS: ITEMS PLACED IN COOLER TO CONTINUE THAWING