FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY
FOODBORNE ILLNESSES AND OUTBREAKS
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Yes
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No
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Maybe
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria that cause food poisoning can be on everyone – even healthy people. You can spread bacteria from yourself to the food if you touch your nose, mouth, hair or your clothes, and then food.
Detailed explanation-2: -Poor personal hygiene practices serve as the leading cause of foodborne illnesses. Food establishments must promote a culture of food safety by developing an employee illness policy, proper handwashing procedure, and a no barehand contact policy with ready to eat foods.
Detailed explanation-3: -Poor personal hygiene can cause a foodborne illness when food handlers: Fail to wash their hands correctly after using the restroom. Cough or sneeze on food. Touch or scratch wounds and then touch food.
Detailed explanation-4: -Because bacteria are everywhere, cleanliness is a major factor in preventing foodborne illness. By keeping everything clean that comes in contact with food, consumers can be assured they are helping to do their part to Be Food Safe .