Contamination in food can be described as something that should not be there because it could cause harm to the consumers, therefore it is a food safety hazard. Sources of food contamination can be found at any stage of the supply chain including; food production, food processing, delivery and, serv...
Physical contamination is a foreign object in food that should not be there. Physical contamination can be seen by the consumer and may therefore be distressing. Whilst physical contamination may not cause food poisoning, physical hazards can be harmful to health...
Microbiological hazards occur when food becomes contaminated by micro-organisms. These can be found in food, water, soil, the air, humans and animals. Micro-organisms include bacteria, viruses moulds, yeasts fungi and parasites...
Chemical contamination in food means the presence of harmful chemicals in foods. Some forms of chemical contamination may only taint food, meaning only the taste will be affected. Other toxic chemicals in food can (e...
Allergenic contaminants are naturally occurring proteins in foods that cause abnormal immune system responses in certain people. Extreme care should be taken when dealing with allergens and preparing food for someone with a food allergy. In terms of the law, there are 14 allergens that food busines...