If these conditions of this acronym are correct, bacteria will grow rapidly...2 cells in 20 min, 4 cells in 40 min...over 1 billion cells in 10 hours.
What is FAT TOM?
These pathogens cannot grow in food. They need to be in the meat of another fish, animal or human to survive.
What are parasites?
Most bacteria are controlled by keeping food out of this range.
What is the temperature danger zone?
These are pathogens that spoil food and produce toxins that can cause foodborne illness. They grow well in acidic food with little moisture. Some are the natural part of the product and can be eaten.
What are molds/fungi?
This is a bacteria that is linked to undercooked ground beef and contaminated produce that causes bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps and in severe cases kidney failure.
What is Escherichia Coli (E-Coli)?
Reversal of hot and cold sensations, burning or tingling in the mouth or throat, nausea, vomiting, joint and muscle pain, and reddening of the face or neck are symptoms of these.
What are seafood toxins?
This bacteria is linked to poultry and eggs, dairy products and produce. It often stays in a person's feces for weeks after the symptoms of diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and fever, have ended.
What is Salmonella spp?