Food Protection

Description:

Most foodborne illnesses are caused and spread by natural actions such as the growth and unintentional spread of bacteria. It is also possible that unstable individuals and/or malicious organizations may try to initiate an outbreak of foodborne illnesses through criminal or terrorist actions. Individuals employed in the food and hospitality industry should be aware of specific terms used to define these activities and the laws, rules, regulations, and agencies that control food protection requirements and activities. This content discusses meanings of the terms Food Security, Food Safety, and Food Defense and describes activities associated with each. It also discusses the laws, rules, regulations, and agencies that control Food Safety and Food Defense efforts.

Objectives:

RECALL characteristics of Food Security, Food Safety, and Food Defense.

RECALL laws, rules, regulations, and agencies that control Food Safety and Food Defense efforts.