When can contamination occur?
Growing crops or raising livestock
Harvesting
Catching
Slaughtering
Packing
Transporting
Storing or holding
Preparing
Selling
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Storage
What are the three types of contamination?
Biological, physical, chemical
What is an example of biological contamination?
Spoilage and pathogens that can cause disease
What is cross-contamination?
When bacteria from one food spreads to another by way of handling
(Example: Chicken juice dripping to a salad)
What is physical contamination?
When a non-living object (not a chemical) contaminates food
How can we prevent physical contamination?
Maintain the premises
Maintain kitchen equipment
Remove loose items that don’t belong in the food prep areas
Fix any areas that need maintenance promptly
What is chemical contamination?
When chemicals contaminate food
What are some vehicles of contamination?
Dust, people, pests, raw meats, soil
Do’s of Contamination
Report any contaminated foods ; follow up with inspection and removal
Learn how to handle and maintain food
Don’ts of Contamination
DON’T cross-contaminate foods by letting different types of foods contact another
DON’T allow unauthorized people handle or work around exposed food
The Big 9 Food Allergens
Eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, shellfish, soy, wheat, tree nuts, sesame
What is a food allergy?
A severe or life-threatening reaction from the immune system
What is food intolerance ?
A digestion reaction that is usually more milder than a food allergy
What are the common symptoms of food allergies?
Breathing problems, digestive tract, eyes, skin, mouth and/or throat problems, anaphylaxis
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