Foodborne Illness
an incident in which two or more people experience the same illness after eating the same food
Emergence of new foodborne pathogens Importation of food from countries lacking well developed food safety practices Increases in the purchase of take out food Changing demographics Employee turnover rates
Setting up appropriate food safety programs Training employees Identifying foods that is most likely to become unsafe Identifying potential hazards Informing high-risk patrons of the risk of consuming the items ordered
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Contains moisture Contains protein Has neutral or slightly acidic Requires time-temperature control
Purchasing food from unsafe sources Failing to cook food adequately Holding food at improper temperature Using contaminated equipment Poor personal hygiene
Young Children
Pregnant Women
Elderly People
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MICROBIAL WORLD
4 Types of Microorganisms
Bacteria Viruses Parasites Fungi
2 Groups of Microorganisms
Spoilage
microorganisms
F A T T O M
FOOD
ACIDITY
pH scale range 0.0 14.0 0.0 6.9 acidic 7.0 neutral 7.1 14 alkaline
TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE
Food must be handled very carefully when thawed, cooked, cooled and reheated
TIME
Given right conditions, they are capable of doubling their population every 20 minutes
If potentially hazardous food remains in the TDZ for 4 hours or longer, foodborne microorganisms can grow to levels High enough to make someone ill.
OXYGEN
Some foodborne microorganisms would require oxygen others grow when oxygen is absent
MOISTURE
Most foodborne microorganisms require moisture to grow
Adding lactic or citric acid to food to make it more acidic Adding sugar, salt, alcohol, or acid to a food to lower its water activity Using vacuum packaging to remove oxygen
Foodborne Infections person eats food containing pathogens, which then grow in the intestines and cause illness
Foodborne Intoxication person eats food containing toxins, than can cause illness Toxin may have been produced by pathogens found in food or maybe the result of chemical contamination Toxin might also be a natural part of a plant or animal consumed Symptoms of foodborne intoxication appear quickly within hours
Foodborne Toxin Mediated Infections person eats food containing pathogens, which then produce illness-causing toxins in the intestines
Poultry Eggs Meat Fish Shellfish Ready-to-eat food Produce Cereal crops Dairy Contaminated water
Proper handwashing Proper cooking Proper holding Proper cooling Proper reheating Approved suppliers Exclude food handlers Prevent cross-contamination
Fish Toxins
systemic (produced by fish itself) Pufferfish Moray eels Freshwater minnows cooking does not destroy toxins
Scombroid Poisoning (Histamine poisoning) consuming high level of histamine fish are time-temperature abused, bacteria produce histamine
Barracuda
of hot and cold sensations Nausea Vomiting Tingling in fingers, lips or toes Joint and muscle pain
Symptoms may last months or years depending upon the extent of the illness
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Shellfish Toxin
Toxins associated with shellfish are found in toxic marine algae Shellfish becomes contaminated as they filter toxic algae Toxins cannot be smelled or tasted Not destroyed by freezing or cooking
pains or cramps
symptoms
handwashing Proper cooking Proper holding Proper cooling Proper reheating Approved suppliers Exclude foodhandlers Prevent cross-contamination
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Mushroom Toxins (wild mushroom) Plant Toxins (some plants are toxic when raw but safe when cooked)
Chemical Contamination
Toxic
Metals acidic food prepared in equipment made from toxic metals, such as copper and can
Chemical Contamination
Chemicals and Pesticides ( cleaning products, lubricants, sanitizers) follow directions supplied by the manufacturer when using chemicals exercise caution during operating hours store chemicals away from food label each container if transferred to smaller containers
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Physical Contamination
Metal
shavings from cans Staples from cartons Glass from broken light bulbs Blades from plastic or rubber scrapers Dirt Bones
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Other contaminants
Nuclear
Human Elements
Verify identity of applicants Train employees in food security Train employees to report suspicious activity Establish a system to ensure that only on-duty employees are allowed in work areas Establish rules for opening the back doors of the facility
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Human Elements
Control
access to food-production and food-storage areas by non-employees Allow employees to bring only essential items to work Consider a two-employee rule during food preparation Monitor preparation areas regularly via video cameras, windows, other employees
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Interior Elements
Limit
access to doors, windows, roofs and food-storage areas Control entrances and exits to food displays, storage areas and kitchens Eliminate hiding places in all areas of the operation Inspect all incoming food items Restrict traffic in food-preparation and storage areas Monitor self-service areas and food items on display
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Exterior Elements
Ensure
that the buildings exterior is well lit Control access to the ventilation system Identify all food suppliers and consider tamperevident packages Verify and pre-approve all service personnel and providers Prevent access to the facility by non-employees after normal business hours
FOOD ALLERGY
Bodys negative reaction to a particular food protein
Food Allergens Milk and dairy products Eggs and egg products Fish, shellfish Wheat Soy and soy products Peanuts
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scalp Tightening in the throat Wheezing or shortness of breath Hives Swelling of face, eyes, hands or feet Gastro-intestinal symptoms including abdominal cramps, vomiting or diarrhea Loss of consciousness Death
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of most common food allergens Inform customers of menu items that contain potential food allergens Describe menu items and identify secret ingredients Make sure that food prepared for allergic people does not come in contact with allergens
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FOODHANDLER
THE SAFE
Have a foodborne illness Show symptoms of gastrointestinal illness Have infected lesions Live with or are exposed to a person who is ill Touch anything that may contaminate their hands
Following hygienic hand practices Maintaining personal cleanliness Wearing clean and appropriate uniforms and following dress codes Avoiding unsanitary habits and actions Maintaining good health Reporting illness
Proper Handwashing
Wear a clean hat or other hair restraint. Wear clean clothing daily. Remove aprons when leaving food preparation areas. Remove jewelry from hands and arms prior to preparing or serving food and when working around food preparation. Wear appropriate shoes.
Glove Use
Buy disposable gloves Buy gloves for different tasks Provide a variety of glove sizes Consider latex alternatives for employees who are sensitive to the materials Focus on safety, durability and cleanliness
Establishing proper personal hygiene policies Training food handlers on personal hygiene policies and retraining them when necessary. Modeling proper behavior for food handlers at all times.
Supervising sanitary practices continuously. Revising policies when laws and regulations change and when changes are recognized in the science of food safety.
specific equipment to each type of food product. Clean and sanitize all work surfaces, equipment, and utensils after each task.
Washing of produce
using the same preparation table, prepare raw meat, fish and poultry and ready-to-eat food at different times. Purchase ingredients that require minimal preparation.
the best way to monitor time and temperature in your establishment. Make sure the establishment has the right kind of thermometers available in the right places. Make sure employees regularly record temperatures and the times they are taken.
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time and temperature controls into standard operating procedures for employees. Develop a set of corrective actions.
Thermocouple reach and display the final temperature the fastest within 2 to 5 seconds.
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Thermistors are not designed to remain in the food while it's cooking they should be used near the end of the estimated cooking time to check for final cooking temperatures
Not all thermistors can be calibrated. Check the manufacturer's instructions.
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Thermometer Fork Combination This utensil combines a cooking fork with a food thermometer temperature-sensing device is embedded in one of the tines of the fork
Thermometers should be washed, rinsed, sanitized, and air-dried before and after use to prevent cross-contamination.
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thermometers and their storage cases clean. Calibrate thermometers regularly to ensure accuracy Never use glass thermometers to monitor the temperature of food.
internal temperatures of food by inserting the thermometer stem or probe into the thickest part of the product. Wait for the thermometer reading to steady before recording the temperature of a food item.