BSHM 55: CHAPTER 3 Flashcards
is the body’s negative reaction to a food protein.
Food Allergy
is the introduction or occurrence of a contaminant in food.
Cross contamination
pertains to water fit for human consumption.
Potable
SOURCES OF FOOD SAFETY HAZARDS
- People
- Unsanitary Facilities and Equipment
- Disease-spreading pests
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Symptoms
Symptoms begin 18-36 hours after eating contaminated food and include:
• diarrhea or constipation;
• weakness,
• dizziness;
• double vision or blurred vision;
• difficulty in speaking, swallowing, and breathing; and
• paralysis.
Botulism/Clostridium Botulinum
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Foods Involved
• Home-canned foods
• Improperly processedfoods.
• Sausages and meats
• Canned low-acid foods, such as some vegetables
• Untreated garlic in oil
• Sautéed onions in butter sauce
Leftover, unrefrigerated, and foil-wrapped baked potatoes
Botulism/Clostridium Botulinum
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Prevention
• Discard damaged cans.
• Do not use home-canned foods in a food service establishment.
• Do not mix and then store oil and garlic.
• Follow rules for time and temperature control.
• Sauté onions as needed. Do not sauté and then store unrefrigerated for later use.
• Do not store left overbaked potatoes in foil wrapping. Unwrap and chill correctly.
• Chill foods properly.
Botulism/Clostridium Botulinum
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Symptoms
Symptoms begin 2-5 days after eating contaminated food, can last 7-10 days, and include:
• diarrhea (watery or bloody);
• fever;
• nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain;
• headache; and
• muscle pain.
Campylobacteriosis/Camplylobacter jejuni
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Foods Involved
• Unpasteurized milk and dairy products
• Raw poultry
• Raw beef
• Non-chlorinated or fecal-contaminated water
• Birds and flies can carry it and contaminate food
Campylobacteriosis/Camplylobacter jejuni
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Symptoms
Symptoms begin 3-8
days after eating contaminated food, can last 2-9 days, and include:
• cramping;
• diarrhea (watery or bloody):
• vomiting; and
• hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).
Escherichia coli
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Foods Involved
• In intestinal tract of animals, particularly cattles and humans
• Raw or undercooked ground beef
• Raw milk or dairy products
• Unpasteurized apple cider or juice
• Unpasteurized cheese
• Dry salami
• Uncooked fruits and vegetables
Escherichia coli
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Symptoms
Symptoms begin 3-70 days after eating contaminated food; 21- day onset is most common. Symptoms
include:
• sudden onset of fever;
• muscle aches;
• diarrhea or vomiting;
• headaches;
• stiff neck;
• confusion;
• loss of balance; and
• convulsions.
Listeriosis/Listeria monocytogenes
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Foods Involved
• In soil, ground water, plants, and intestinal tracts of humans and animals
• Unpasteurized milk and cheese
• Ice cream.
• Raw vegetables
• Raw and cooked poultry
• Raw meat and fish
• Prepared and chilled ready-to-eat foods
• Deli meats, luncheon meats, hot dogs
• Soft cheese such as feta and brie
Listeriosis/Listeria monocytogenes
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Symptoms
Symptoms begin 6-48
hours after eating contaminated food, can last 1-2 days, and include:
• stomach cramps;
• headache;
• nausea; fever;
• diarrhea,
• vomiting, and
• severe dehydration (infants and elderly)
Salmonellosis/Salmonella spp
WHAT ILLNESS/BACTERIUM
Foods Involved
• Raw meat and poultry
• Milk and dairy products
• Fish and shrimp
• Sauces and salad dressing
• Cake mixes
• Cream-filled desserts
and toppings
• Peanut butter
• Cocoa and chocolate
• Sliced fresh fruits and vegetables such as melons, strawberries, and tomatoes
• Raw sprouts
Salmonellosis/Salmonella spp
