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1. Measurement of how acidic or alkaline a food is (0.0-6.9- acidic) (7.1-14.0- alkaline) pathogens grow best in pH (4.6-7.5)






2. It is found in pewter - which can be used to make pitchers and other tableware






3. Common source: virus -food linked: ready-to-eat food - shellfish from contaminated water -common symptoms: vomiting - diarrhea - nausea - abdominal cramps -when symptoms show: becomes contagious within a few hours most important preventative measure






4. Liquids or gels that are used to lower the number of pathogens on skin






5. Common source: bacteria -food linked: oysters from contaminated water -common symptoms: diarrhea - abdominal cramps and nausea - vomiting - and low-grade fever and chills -most important preventative measure: purchasing from approved reputable suppli






6. Poisons produced by pathogens - plants - or animals. Some occur in animals as a result of their diet.






7. It is sometimes found in cookware - such as pots and pans






8. 1. food was unfit to be served 2. food caused the plaintiff harm 3. In serving food - establishment violated the warranty of sale






9. Common source: bacteria -food linked: poultry and eggs - dairy - produce -common symptoms: diarrhea - abdominal cramps - vomiting - fever -most important preventative measure: avoiding cross-contamination






10. Check products for proper temperatures - expired code dates - signs of thawing and refreezing - pest damage - etc.






11. Common source: bacteria -food linked: meat - poultry - stews and gravies -common symptoms: diarrhea - severe abdominal pain -most important preventative measure: controlling time and temperature






12. Foreign objects that accidentally get into food (hair - dirt - bandages - metal staples - and broken glass). Also - naturally occurring objects - such as (bones - fillets)






13. People who carry pathogens and infect others without ever getting sick themselves






14. The most common and versatile type of thermometer - measuring temperature through a metal probe with a sensor in the end. Most can measure temperatures from 0degrees to 220degrees and are accurate to within plus/minus 2degrees. They are easily calibr






15. 1. make sure suppliers are approved and reputable 2. develop a relationship with your suppliers - and get to know their food safety practices 3. arrange deliveries so they arrive one at a time and during off-peak hours






16. Single-celled - living microorganisms that can spoil food and cause foodborne illness. Bacteria present in food can quickly multiply to dangerous levels when food is improperly cooked - held - or reheated. Some form spores that can survive freezing a






17. Used to keep food safe by creating a barrier between hands and food






18. Common source: seafood toxins -food linked: clams - mussels - oysters - scallops -common symptoms: numbness - tingling of the mouth face arms and legs - dizziness - nausea - vomiting - diarrhea -most important preventative measure: Purchase from an a






19. Odor: mild ocean or seaweed smell Condition: shipped alive - packed in seaweed - and kept moist






20. The rules for how the food must be handled






21. First in - first out; rotation method is commonly used to ensure that refrigerated - frozen - and dry products are properly rotated during storage






22. Color: bright red gills - bright shiny skin Texture: firm flesh that springs back when touched Odor: mild ocean or seaweed smell Eyes: bright - clear - and full Packaging: product should be surrounded by crushed - self-draining ice






23. Milk and dairy products - eggs and egg products - fish and shellfish - wheat - soy and soy products - peanuts - pecans - and walnuts






24. Physical objects - such as hair - dirt - metal staples - and broken glass - as well as bones in fillets - that have contaminated food






25. 1. viruses 2. bacteria 3. parasites 4. fungi






26. Small - living organisms that can be seen only through a microscope (not all cause illness - but some do)






27. Smallest of the microbial food contaminants - rely on a living host to reproduce - usually contaminate food through a foodhandlers improper personal hygiene. Some survive freezing and cooking temperature






28. 1. label food 2. rotate products to ensure that the oldest inventory is used first 3. discard food that has passed its expiration date 4. create a schedule to throw out stored food on a regular basis 5. store food in containers intended for food 6. k






29. Method where cooked or partially cooked food is vacuum packed in individual pouches and then chilled. This food is heated for service in the establishment. Frozen - precooked meals are typically packaged this way






30. Food that contains moisture and protein and has a neutral or slightly acidic pH. Such food needs time and temperature control to prevent the growth of microorganisms and the production of toxins (milk - dairy - eggs - meat - poultry - fish - shellfis






31. Reviews receiving and storage - processing - shipping - cleaning and sanitizing - personal hygiene - employee training - recall program - HACCP program or other food safety system






32. Center for Disease Control and Prevention






33. Common source: bacteria -food linked: 1. cooked vegetables - meat products - milk OR 2. cooked rice dishes - including friend rice and rice pudding -common symptoms: 1. watery diarrhea OR 2. nausea - vomiting -most important preventative measure: con






34. Common source: bacteria -food linked: undercooked ground beef - contaminated produce -common symptoms: diarrhea (bloody) - abdominal cramps - kidney failure (severe cases) -most important preventative measure: controlling time and temperature






35. Shrimp - crab - lobster






36. Common source: virus -food linked: ready-to-eat food - shellfish from contaminated water -common symptoms: fever - general weakness - nausea - abdominal pain - jaundice (appears later) -when symptoms show: may not show for weeks but can be highly inf






37. 1. infants and preschool-age children 2. pregnant women 3. elderly people 4. others with compromised immune systems






38. This metal is found in galvanized items - which are coated with it. Some buckets - tubs - and other items may be galvanized.






39. AIDS - hepatitis B and C - and tuberculosis






40. Color: no discoloration Texture: firm flesh that springs back when touched Odor: no odor Packaging: product should be surrounded by crushed - self-draining ice






41. 1. following hygienic hand practices 2. maintaining personal cleanliness 3. wearing clean and appropriate uniforms and following dress codes 4. avoiding certain habits and actions 5. maintaining good health 6. reporting illnesses






42. Good manufacturing practices- FDA's minimum sanitation and processing requirements for producing safe food. They describe the methods - equipment - facilities - and controls used to process food.






43. Cannot be served unless chef is licensed for it due to the systemic toxins it produces






44. The body's negative reaction to a particular food protein.






45. Common source: virus -food linked: raw meat - unpasteurized dairy products - ready-to-eat food -common symptoms: miscarriage in pregnant women; sepis - Pneumonia - Meningitis in newborns -most important preventative measure: controlling time and tem






46. One that has been inspected and meets all applicable local - state - and federal laws






47. Odor: mild ocean or seaweed smell Shells: closed and unbroken Condition: if fresh - they are received alive






48. Occurs when microorganisms are transferred from one surface or food to another






49. Processed by removing the air around the product sealed in a package; bacon is an example






50. Common source: seafood toxins -food linked: clams - mussels - oysters -common symptoms: tingling and numbness of the lips tongue and throat - dizziness - reversal of hot and cold sensations - vomiting - diarrhea -most important preventative measure:







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