Post on 02-Jan-2016
Other Hazards 2
Biological HazardsSeafood Toxins– Fish toxins
• Ciguatera poisoning• Scombroid poisoning
– Shellfish toxins
Plant Toxins – Poisonous plants
Fungal Toxins – Poisonous mushrooms
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Chemical HazardsToxic Metals– Lead, copper, brass, zinc, pewter
Cleaning and Sanitizing Chemicals– Detergents, sanitizers, polishers, abrasive cleaners,
lubricants
Pesticides and insecticides
Food additives– Preservatives (nitrites and sulfites), flavor enhancers
(MSG), nutritional additives (niacin)
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Physical Hazards• Band-aids• Fingernails and nail polish• Jewelry• Broken light bulbs• Hair• Metal and wood• Chipped glass• Broken dinnerware
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Allergens• 6-7 million Americans have food allergies.• Most common food allergens:
– Milk– Eggs– Fish– Shellfish– Wheat– Soy– Peanuts and tree nuts