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What is a foodborne illness?
What is a foodborne illness?
A disease transmitted to people through food.
When is an illness considered an outbreak?
When is an illness considered an outbreak?
- When two or more people have the same symptoms after eating the same food
- When an investigation is conducted by state and local regulatory authorities
- When the outbreak is confirmed by laboratory analysis
- All of the above (correct)
Which of the following are food safety challenges?
Which of the following are food safety challenges?
- Time and money
- Language and culture
- Literacy and education
- All of the above (correct)
What are five risk factors for foodborne illness?
What are five risk factors for foodborne illness?
How does food become unsafe?
How does food become unsafe?
What does poor cleaning and sanitizing involve?
What does poor cleaning and sanitizing involve?
Which of the following are TCS foods?
Which of the following are TCS foods?
What is ready-to-eat food?
What is ready-to-eat food?
Examples of ready-to-eat food include?
Examples of ready-to-eat food include?
Who is at a higher risk of getting a foodborne illness?
Who is at a higher risk of getting a foodborne illness?
Which measures should be focused on to ensure food safety?
Which measures should be focused on to ensure food safety?
What does training and monitoring involve?
What does training and monitoring involve?
Which of the following are government agencies overseeing food safety?
Which of the following are government agencies overseeing food safety?
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Study Notes
Foodborne Illness
- A disease transmitted to individuals through contaminated food.
- Considered an outbreak when at least two people show similar symptoms after consuming the same food, leading to an investigation by health authorities.
Food Safety Challenges
- Significant challenges include limited time and resources, language and cultural barriers, varying literacy and education levels, pathogens, reliance on unapproved suppliers, high-risk customer groups, and frequent staff turnover.
Risk Factors for Foodborne Illness
- Purchasing food from unsafe sources.
- Inadequate cooking practices.
- Improper food storage temperatures.
- Use of contaminated equipment.
- Poor personal hygiene among food handlers.
Ways Food Becomes Unsafe
- Time-temperature abuse, where food is not kept at safe temperatures.
- Cross-contamination, leading to harmful bacteria spreading between foods.
- Unsatisfactory personal hygiene practices by food handlers.
- Inadequate cleaning and sanitizing of food contact surfaces.
Poor Cleaning and Sanitizing Practices
- Equipment and utensils not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized between uses.
- Food-contact surfaces occasionally wiped rather than thoroughly cleaned.
- Wiping cloths improperly stored outside sanitizer solution.
- Incorrect preparation of sanitizer solution.
TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) Foods
- Includes items like milk, dairy, eggs, meats (beef, pork, lamb), poultry, fish, shellfish, potatoes, soy products, oils, sprouts, noodles, fruits, and vegetables.
Ready-to-Eat Foods
- Foods that do not require further preparation, washing, or cooking before consumption.
- Examples include cooked dishes, washed fruits and vegetables, deli meats, bakery items, and seasonings.
High-Risk Populations
- Individuals at greater risk for foodborne illnesses include the elderly, preschool-aged children, and people with compromised immune systems.
Key Food Safety Measures
- Essential practices involve controlling time and temperature, preventing cross-contamination, maintaining personal hygiene, sourcing from reputable suppliers, and ensuring thorough cleaning and sanitizing.
Training and Monitoring
- Staff must be trained on food safety procedures, which should be ongoing and tailored to specific job roles, with regular retraining and monitoring to ensure compliance.
Government Agencies Involved in Food Safety
- Relevant authorities include the FDA, USDA, CDC, PHS, and local and state regulatory bodies, which oversee food safety regulations and public health initiatives.
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