temperature jazz
whats the temperature danger zone?
41-135F
how many hours should it take to cool food to 70 degrees?
2 hours
types of biological contaminants
-bacteria
-parasites
-viruses
-fungi
what are signs of rodent infestation
gnaw marks, nests, droppings and pee
Ways to calibrate thermometers
-ice point
-boiling point
how many hours should it take to cool from 70 degrees to 41 degrees?
4 hours
what is a physical contaminant
any foreign object in the food
sings of roach infestations?
oily odor, black pepper droppings, capsule egg casings
Rapid danger zone is...
70-125F
temperature fish should be cooked too
145F
types of chemical contaminants
-cleaners
-sanitizers
-toxic metals
What does IPM stand for?
Individual pest management program
How long can hot food be held out for?
4 hours
temperature whole cuts should be cooked too
145F
what is NOT allowed to be worn while handling food?
A medical ID bracelet for some reason, so if you die cuz you aint take yo meds or sum and you aint got a bracelet, its gon be sad
What are the steps to IPM
Deny access, deny food and water, work with PCO
How to cook in a microwave
-cover
-rotate and stir
-let stand for 2 minutes
-check temp in two places (cook to 165F)
ways to thaw food
-microwave
-fridge
-cool running water
-threw cooking process
should cleaning supplies be kept with canned bread
nah
What does PCO mean
Pest Control Operator