Microbiological criteria and testing Flashcards
What are microbiological criteria?
Criteria defining the acceptability of a foodstuff/product based on number of micro-organisms and their toxins/metabolites
Are microbiological standards mandatory or advisory?
Mandatory
If not meeting standards –> removal from market
Are microbiological specifications mandatory or advisory?
Advisory
Are microbiological specifications mandatory or advisory?
Advisory
Who establishes microbiological standards?
Regulatory authorities
Who establishes microbiological specifications?
The buyers of that foot/ingredient
Who establishes microbiological guidelines?
Either regulatory authorities
Industrial trade associations
Or companies
Microbiological sampling can be destructive or non-destructive. Name a destructive method of sampling
Excision
Microbiological sampling can be destructive or non-destructive. Name a non-destructive method of sampling
Swabbing
Cattle, sheep and pig carcasses are sampled for TAC and Enterobacteriacae. What methods can be used?
Excision (destructive) OR Swabbing (non-destructive)
What method is used for Salmonella sampling of carcasses - destructive or non-destructive methods?
Swabbing (non-destructive)
What pattern should be used for Salmonella swabbing of carcasses?
Curved shape (like S)
What are the 4 sampling sites for TAC and enterobacteriacae in cattle carcasses?
Flank
Brisket
Neck
Rump
What are the 4 sampling sites for TAC and enterobacteriacae in sheep carcasses?
Flank
Brisket
Breast
Lateral thorax
What are the 4 sampling sites for TAC and enterobacteriacae in pig carcasses?
Ham
Belly
Back
Jowl
