FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY

FOOD SAFETY HAZARDS AND RISKS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The most important reason to control food safety hazards is to
A
Keep customers happy
B
increase profits
C
Protect customers from food poisoning
D
Keep food safer for longer
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The main objective of food safety is to protect consumers of food products from foodborne diseases or injuries related to food consumption. Foodborne illnesses are a major threat to food businesses and affect everyone all over the world as a result of inadequate food safety.

Detailed explanation-2: -Inadequate cooking is a common cause of food poisoning. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked foods, such as from hands, chopping boards or utensils, can also cause food poisoning. Most foods, especially meat, poultry, fish and eggs, should be cooked thoroughly to kill most types of food poisoning bacteria.

Detailed explanation-3: -Prevent cross-contamination from food safety hazards Cross-contamination can lead to food poisoning and people suffering from illnesses such as campylobacter, norovirus and salmonella. Allergens can pass between food which could be harmful to people allergic to allergens such as gluten or nuts.

Detailed explanation-4: -Following four simple steps at home-Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill-can help protect you and your loved ones from food poisoning.

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