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Chapter 2. The Causes of Foodborne Illness. Foodborne Illness: Causes. Hazards : harmful substances that when found in food can cause foodborne illness. Chemical. Physical. Biological. Chemical Hazards. Detergents. Chemical. Sanitizers. Pesticides.
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Chapter 2 The Causes of Foodborne Illness
Foodborne Illness: Causes Hazards:harmful substances that when found in food can cause foodborne illness Chemical Physical Biological
Chemical Hazards Detergents Chemical Sanitizers Pesticides Naturally occurring fish or plant toxins Medications
PhysicalHazards Pests Glass Physical Plastic Toothpick Metal False fingernails Jewelry Hair
Biological Hazards Bacteria Biological Viruses Parasites Fungi
Foodborne Pathogens See Smell Taste
Foodborne Pathogens Found on raw foods Added during handling and
Microorganisms & Illness Depending on the type of foodborne illness, symptoms may occur within ½ hour to 50 days after ingesting the food Infection Intoxication Toxin-mediated infection
How Do Microorganisms Get Into Food? Inside the Kitchen Prior to Entering the Kitchen Cross-contamination: • from one food to another • from dirty equipment • from dirty hands • from dirty clothes Improper personal hygiene During slaughter Cross-contamination: • in the field • during distribution • during processing • Natural part of the animal