Food Hygiene Flashcards
What is a microorganism
A microorganism is a being so small you need a microscope to see it
Some microorganisms are good for you others not as they can cause food poisoning
What can also cause food poisoning
Mould can cause food poisoning
It has a furry appearance and shouod be disposed of immediately to prevent cross contamination
What are bacteria
Bacteria are microscopic beings which are dangerous to foods if given the right conditions
Some aren’t dangerous and very useful in the human body
What conditions are needed for bacteria to multiply and grow
There are 4 conditions for bacteria to grow
1. Food, bacteria love food so if they eat enough of it they should grow very quickly
2. Warmth, bacteria multiply and grow between 5 and 63 degrees Celsius but they remain dormant at below - 18 degrees and are destroyed at over 65 degrees
3. Moisture , bacteria need water to grow and therefore cannot grow in dry foods, but once dry food is reconstituted bacteria can grow in it
4. Time if they are given the right conditions and time bacteria can be very dangerous
How fast do bacteria grow and multiply
Bacteria grow and multiply into 2 every ten minutes
What are use-by and best before dates
These are dates which dictate when food should be eaten
Use by dates are a required date for food to be eaten
Best before dates are a date for food that is recommended before that time
Why should you read the manufacturers instructions before cooking and reheating food
To ensure that food is heated thoroughly and safely for any bacteria to be killed on the food
Explain the term food poisoning
Food poisoning is a illness in where people get ill from eating contaminated food
What are three common symptoms of food poisoning
Vomiting ,diarrhoea and fever
What are three groups of people that could be seriously affected by food poisoning
Elderly people, pregnant women and babies are vulnerable groups
