Structure of Bacteria
Cell wall – A rigid structure that provides shape Cytoplasm – The “body” of the bacterium Cell Membrane – […]
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Bacteria – size, shape and structure
To understand the problems caused by some bacteria it is necessary to understand basic bacteriology Bacteria: Single celled organisms Found
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Food Poisoning At Risk Groups
Reasons why people are At Risk: Elderly They do not have a strong immune response as it decreases with
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Contributory Causes For The High Numbers Of Food Poisoning Incidents
Reported cases of food poisoning • Food poisoning (for notification purposes) “Any disease of an infectious or toxic nature
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What About The Unreported Cases of Food Poisoning?
Possible reasons for high levels of reported and unreported cases of foodborne illness. Intensive farming of animals Few large
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Reported Cases of Food Poisoning
Incidence of food poisoning The annual incidence of food poisoning in England and Wales is unknown and records of
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The Costs of Poor Food Hygiene
Food poisoning outbreaks (deaths, suffering, bad reputation) Food contamination and customer complaints Brand damage/loss of business Closure of premises/prohibition
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Benefits Of Good Food Hygiene
The benefits of GOOD hygiene A good reputation, satisfied customers and increased productivity (Brand protection) Compliance with food safety
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Food Safety Definitions
Food safety management system The policies, procedures, practices, controls and documentation that ensure the food sold by a business is
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Food Hygiene Definitions Continued
Food poisoning An acute illness, of sudden onset caused by the recent consumption of contaminated or poisonous food (Usually