Cross-Contamination
What is cross-contamination?
the transfer of a harmful substance from one food item to another, usually from raw to cooked or ready-to-eat food
What is cleaning?
the removal of soil and food residue from surfaces of equipment and utensils
What is a source of Norovirus?
contaminated shellfish, fecal matter, produce, ready-to-eat foods, and water
What are the steps in the five-step process?
1. Pre-flush
2. Wash
3. Rinse
4. Sanitize
5. Dry
When working in the kitchen you should always use_______
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
How can bacteria be transferred?
By anything food contacts
What do test strips do?
used to monitor concentration of chemical sanitizer and pH
What is the nickname for Norovirus?
Stomach bug or stomach flu
110 degrees
What is a safety data sheet?
documents that list information relating to occupational safety and health for the use of various substances and products.
What is the most common vehicle for cross-contamination?
Hands
What is the difference between cleaning and sanitizing?
Cleaning removes food and other types of soil from a surface such as a countertop or a plate. Sanitizing reduces the number of pathogens on that clean surface to safe levels.
What percent of Norovirus outbreaks are caused by food employees?
70%
Should you air dry or towel dry?
Air
Never ____ chemicals together
Mix
How can you avoid cross-contamination as a food-handler?
Wash hands with soap and hot water before and after handling food, and after using the bathroom, changing diapers; or handling pets.
What kind of surfaces require you to clean, rinse, AND sanitize?
Food contact surfaces
How many cases of Norovirus are there in a year?
approximately 20 million
What does it mean to pre-flush?
to remove food residue
What organization issues the safety data sheet?
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
When should you sanitize?
at contact time
How often should you clean and sanitize equipment used with TCS foods?
At least every 4 hours (when used at room temperature)
How can you prevent Norovirus?
Properly cooking foods, washing produce, washing your hands
What is another name for pre-flush?
Pre-scrape
Give some examples of PPE
Gloves, Aprons, Goggles