To prevent contamination and foodborne illness.
What is the purpose of food safety?
Salmonella.
What bacteria is commonly found in raw poultry and eggs?
Keep raw and cooked foods separate.
one way to prevent cross-contamination.
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps.
What is a common symptom of food poisoning?
Food poisoning.
What is another name for foodborne illness?
E. coli.
Which bacteria can be found in undercooked beef and contaminated produce?
165°F (74°C).
What is the minimum safe cooking temperature for chicken?
Young children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with weak immune systems.
Who is most at risk for severe foodborne illness?
Improper handling, storage, or cooking.
one way food can become unsafe to eat.
Botulism
What is a deadly toxin-producing bacteria found in improperly canned food?
Within 2 hours (or 1 hour if the temperature is above 32°C/90°F).
How soon should perishable food be refrigerated after cooking?
A few hours to several days, depending on the cause.
How long can food poisoning symptoms last?