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How long is a Suffolk County Food Service Permit valid for?
How long is a Suffolk County Food Service Permit valid for?
1 year
Who does the Food Manager's certificate belong to?
Who does the Food Manager's certificate belong to?
The individual completing the class
Where must the Food Manager's certificate be posted?
Where must the Food Manager's certificate be posted?
Somewhere visible to your patrons
How long is the Suffolk County Limited Food Manager's Certificate valid for?
How long is the Suffolk County Limited Food Manager's Certificate valid for?
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The Danger Zone refers to temperatures between...?
The Danger Zone refers to temperatures between...?
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TCS Foods must be held under mechanical refrigeration at or below what temperature?
TCS Foods must be held under mechanical refrigeration at or below what temperature?
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What is the main reason TCS foods must be held at safe refrigeration temperatures?
What is the main reason TCS foods must be held at safe refrigeration temperatures?
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TCS is an acronym that stands for?
TCS is an acronym that stands for?
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TCS Foods Include:
TCS Foods Include:
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Non TCS foods include:
Non TCS foods include:
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What causes foodborne illness?
What causes foodborne illness?
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Infection refers to what?
Infection refers to what?
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Intoxication results when?
Intoxication results when?
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What are toxins?
What are toxins?
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What is a Heat Labile Toxin?
What is a Heat Labile Toxin?
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What is a Heat Stable Toxin?
What is a Heat Stable Toxin?
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What are spores?
What are spores?
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What are Psychrophilic Bacteria?
What are Psychrophilic Bacteria?
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What are Mesophilic Bacteria?
What are Mesophilic Bacteria?
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What are Thermophilic Bacteria?
What are Thermophilic Bacteria?
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What are the Bacterial Growth Factors (MATT)?
What are the Bacterial Growth Factors (MATT)?
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Bacterial Growth Factor: Moisture indicates?
Bacterial Growth Factor: Moisture indicates?
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Bacterial Growth Factor: Acidity states that?
Bacterial Growth Factor: Acidity states that?
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Bacterial Growth Factor: Temperature explains?
Bacterial Growth Factor: Temperature explains?
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Bacterial Growth Factor: Time explains that?
Bacterial Growth Factor: Time explains that?
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TCS Food held in the danger zone is a risk factor violation.
TCS Food held in the danger zone is a risk factor violation.
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A written procedure for Time as A Public Health Control must include:
A written procedure for Time as A Public Health Control must include:
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To use TPHC you must have what 2 things?
To use TPHC you must have what 2 things?
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What is Staphylococcus?
What is Staphylococcus?
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Symptoms of Staphylococcus occur when?
Symptoms of Staphylococcus occur when?
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Ways to prevent Staphylococcus include:
Ways to prevent Staphylococcus include:
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What is Shigella?
What is Shigella?
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Symptoms of Shigella include?
Symptoms of Shigella include?
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How to prevent Shigella?
How to prevent Shigella?
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What is Listeria?
What is Listeria?
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Symptoms of Listeria occur when?
Symptoms of Listeria occur when?
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How to prevent Listeria?
How to prevent Listeria?
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Date Marking applies to?
Date Marking applies to?
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What is date marking?
What is date marking?
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What are viruses?
What are viruses?
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What are Ready to Eat Foods?
What are Ready to Eat Foods?
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Viruses are spread because of poor hygiene?
Viruses are spread because of poor hygiene?
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What is Norovirus?
What is Norovirus?
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How is norovirus spread and what are the symptoms?
How is norovirus spread and what are the symptoms?
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How to prevent norovirus?
How to prevent norovirus?
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What is Hepatitis A?
What is Hepatitis A?
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Hepatitis A symptoms include?
Hepatitis A symptoms include?
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Hepatitis A prevention involves?
Hepatitis A prevention involves?
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What are Chemical Contamination Rules?
What are Chemical Contamination Rules?
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What is toxic metal poisoning?
What is toxic metal poisoning?
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Copper Poisoning-Soda System refers to?
Copper Poisoning-Soda System refers to?
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What are the Top 5 Risk Factors for foodborne illness?
What are the Top 5 Risk Factors for foodborne illness?
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What does HACCP stand for?
What does HACCP stand for?
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A HACCP based inspection focuses on?
A HACCP based inspection focuses on?
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How to sanitize your food thermometer properly?
How to sanitize your food thermometer properly?
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What are Hand Washing Sinks required to have?
What are Hand Washing Sinks required to have?
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Why must foods be stored on approved shelves at least 6 inches off the floor?
Why must foods be stored on approved shelves at least 6 inches off the floor?
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Safe storage of food in the walk-in refrigerator entails?
Safe storage of food in the walk-in refrigerator entails?
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What are food storage rules?
What are food storage rules?
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Ice used for cold storage must be?
Ice used for cold storage must be?
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What are the Dispensing Ice rules?
What are the Dispensing Ice rules?
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Frozen dessert scoops should be?
Frozen dessert scoops should be?
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In-Use utensil storage should?
In-Use utensil storage should?
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How to protect self-serve foods?
How to protect self-serve foods?
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3 compartment sink procedures include?
3 compartment sink procedures include?
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Study Notes
Suffolk County Food Safety Regulations
- Suffolk County Food Service Permit is valid for 1 year.
- Food Manager's certificate belongs to the individual completing the class.
- Certificate must be posted in a location visible to patrons.
- Suffolk County Limited Food Manager's Certificate is valid for 3 years.
Temperature Control
- Danger Zone for food safety: 41°F - 140°F.
- TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) Foods must be kept under mechanical refrigeration at 41°F or below.
- Safe refrigeration temperatures are crucial to prevent pathogenic bacteria from multiplying.
TCS Foods
- TCS Foods include:
- All foods of animal origin (raw or heat-treated).
- Heat-treated plant foods, cooked starchy foods, cut melons, sliced tomatoes, cut leafy greens, raw sprouts, and garlic/oil mixtures that are not modified.
Non-TCS Foods
- Non-TCS Foods include:
- Air-cooled hard-boiled eggs, commercially processed unopened foods, dry cereals, dry grains, margarine, commercial mayonnaise, and preserved snacks.
Foodborne Illness Causes
- Foodborne illness is caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, and chemical agents.
- Infection occurs when food containing bacteria is consumed, allowing bacteria to grow in the body.
- Intoxication results from consuming food with bacterial toxins.
Bacterial Toxins
- Heat Labile Toxins can be destroyed by cooking.
- Heat Stable Toxins survive cooking and can cause illness even with proper preparation.
- Spores exist as a survival mechanism for bacteria in unfavorable conditions.
Bacterial Growth Factors: MATT
- Moisture: Bacteria thrive above water activity value of 0.85.
- Acidity: Bacteria generally grow when pH is between 4.6 and 9.8.
- Temperature: Optimal growth occurs between 41°F and 140°F.
- Time: Bacteria can multiply rapidly after 2 hours in the danger zone, doubling every 20 minutes.
Preventive Measures for Specific Pathogens
- Staphylococcus: Prevent by storing foods at safe temps, washing hands, and using gloves.
- Shigella: Avoid working when ill and ensure proper hand hygiene after toilet use.
- Listeria: Use date markings, wash produce, and keep raw meats separate from other foods.
Date Marking
- Applies to commercially processed refrigerated ready-to-eat foods. Must indicate when food must be sold, eaten, or discarded: a maximum of 7 days after opening or preparation.
Viruses and Food Safety
- Viruses are the most common cause of foodborne illness and can be spread through poor hygiene.
- Norovirus: Most frequent cause of foodborne illness, with symptoms appearing 24-48 hours post-ingestion.
- Hepatitis A: High-risk virus spread through contaminated hands and raw shellfish, with symptoms including jaundice.
Contamination Prevention
- Keep chemicals away from food and always label storage containers.
- Avoid using non-approved equipment to prevent toxic metal poisoning.
- Maintain proper food storage practices to prevent cross-contamination and ensure cleanliness.
Proper Food Handling Practices
- Ensure handwashing stations are accessible and stocked.
- Store food 6 inches off the ground to allow for cleaning and pest monitoring.
- Ensure ice used for cold storage comes from potable water and is handled appropriately.
Ice Handling and Utensil Storage
- Ice must not come in direct contact with bare hands and should be dispensed using handles.
- In-use utensils should be stored properly, preventing contamination.
HACCP and Food Safety Inspections
- HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point and focuses on the preparation and handling processes in the food service industry.
- Regular inspections identify high-risk points in food handling that can lead to contamination.
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