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This is the first book to focus entirely on viruses in foods. It collates information on the occurrence, detection, transmission, and epidemiology of viruses in various foods. Although methods for bacterial detection in food are available, methods for detection of viruses in food, with the exception of shellfish, are not available. It is important, therefore, to develop methods for direct examination of food for viruses and to explore alternate indicators that can accurately reflect the virological quality of food.

This book addresses these issues along with strategies for the prevention and control of viral contamination of food.

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The popular Rookie Books expand their horizons - to all corners of the globe! With this series all about geography, emergent readers will take off on adventures to cities, nations, waterways, and habitats around the world…and right in their own backyards. ... Read more

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A reference and support manual for the production of safely fermented foods, offering help for food preparation in the home and in the industrial sector. Covers all major food groups, from dairy to meats, and discusses such issues as chemical hazards and their control, toxic nitrogen compounds during processing, and the control of microbiological hazards. DLC: Fermented foods. ... Read more

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Recent outbreaks of illnesses traced to contaminated sprouts and lettuce illustrate the holes that exist in the system for monitoring problems and preventing foodborne diseases. Although it is not solely responsible for ensuring the safety of the nation's food supply, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversees monitoring and intervention for 80 percent of the food supply. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's abilities to discover potential threats to food safety and prevent outbreaks of foodborne illness are hampered by impediments to efficient use of its limited resources and a piecemeal approach to gathering and using information on risks. Enhancing Food Safety: The Role of the Food and Drug Administration, a new book from the Institute of Medicine and the National Research Council, responds to a congressional request for recommendations on how to close gaps in FDA's food safety systems.

Enhancing Food Safety begins with a brief review of the Food Protection Plan (FPP), FDA's food safety philosophy developed in 2007. The lack of sufficient detail and specific strategies in the FPP renders it ineffectual. The book stresses the need for FPP to evolve and be supported by the type of strategic planning described in these pages. It also explores the development and implementation of a stronger, more effective food safety system built on a risk-based approach to food safety management. Conclusions and recommendations include adopting a risk-based decision-making approach to food safety; creating a data surveillance and research infrastructure; integrating federal, state, and local government food safety programs; enhancing efficiency of inspections; and more.

Although food safety is the responsibility of everyone, from producers to consumers, the FDA and other regulatory agencies have an essential role. In many instances, the FDA must carry out this responsibility against a backdrop of multiple stakeholder interests, inadequate resources, and competing priorities. Of interest to the food production industry, consumer advocacy groups, health care professionals, and others, Enhancing Food Safety provides the FDA and Congress with a course of action that will enable the agency to become more efficient and effective in carrying out its food safety mission in a rapidly changing world. ... Read more

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Lightweight and portable, this streamlined, easy-to-use guide presents the Regulatory Chapters 1-8 of the 2001 FDA Model Food Code. It provides practical, science-based guidance and manageable, enforceable provisions for mitigating risk factors known to cause foodborne illness.Reflecting the latest version of The Code (updated December 2001), this book covers management and personnel; food; equipment, utensils, and linens; water, plumbing, and waste; physical facilities; and poisonous or toxic materials.For working Food Safety professionals and use in food service establishments, retail food stores, nursing homes, and childcare centers. ... Read more

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Publisher Prentice-Hall did a big disservice to my text by insisting on almost identical titles for two separate books dealing with the 2001 FDA Model Food Code.The smaller version "Quick Reference to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code" is an abridged version of the Code that contains the Regulatory chapters only.I wanted "Pocket Edition of the 2001 FDA Model Food Code" as the working title. One still has to look through the Code to find references and this slim volume is not "quick."

The larger text, which contains my work with the Code, was titled "Keyword Index and Quick Reference Guide to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code."This is the desktop reference and there is nothing 'lightweight or portable' about this detailed index and cross-reference to the Code. It is a "quick reference."
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Here's the real deal description of the "Keyword Index and Quick Reference Guide to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code."

This is the ultimate reference text to navigate the 2001 FDA Model Food Code. The text combines an expanded alphabetical keyword and keyphrase index of over 25,000+ entries with the Regulatory Code Chapters 1 to 8. By looking up a keyword or phrase one is directed to the page and citation number in the included copy of the Code. The 'By the Numbers' Chapter lists the numerical values found within the Code. The comphrensive index assures complete coverage and location within the Code of all the main concepts. No more wasted time and frustration trying to locate a Code citation and language. This is the perfect source for Regulators, Quality Assurance Managers, Food Safety Trainers, Food Establishment operators, Design Architects, Dieticians, and anyone needing a quick and comphrensive navigation tool to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code. Also available is the 'Quick Reference to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code,' a portable format of Regulatory Chapters 1 to 8.

And, once again, please note that the 'Keyword Index and Quick Reference Guide to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code' is the large desktop volume whereas the 'Quick Reference to the 2001 FDA Model Food Code' is the smaller, lightweight, streamlined version of the Regulatory Chapters 1 to 8.
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Food safety is a matter of intense public concern, and for good reason. Millions of annual cases of food "poisonings" raise alarm not only about the food served in restaurants and fast-food outlets but also about foods bought in supermarkets. The introduction of genetically modified foods--immediately dubbed "Frankenfoods"--only adds to the general sense of unease. Finally, the events of September 11, 2001, heightened fears by exposing the vulnerability of food and water supplies to attacks by bioterrorists. How concerned should we be about such problems? Who is responsible for preventing them? Who benefits from ignoring them? Who decides?
Marion Nestle, author of the critically acclaimed Food Politics, argues that ensuring safe food involves more than washing hands or cooking food to higher temperatures. It involves politics. When it comes to food safety, billions of dollars are at stake, and industry, government, and consumers collide over issues of values, economics, and political power--and not always in the public interest. Although the debates may appear to be about science, Nestle maintains that they really are about control: Who decides when a food is safe?
She demonstrates how powerful food industries oppose safety regulations, deny accountability, and blame consumers when something goes wrong, and how century-old laws for ensuring food safety no longer protect our food supply. Accessible, informed, and even-handed, Safe Food is for anyone who cares how food is produced and wants to know more about the real issues underlying today's headlines. ... Read more

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Plate Politics
This review is of the updated (2010) edition of Professor Nestle's book first published in 2003.

While the main body of the text is full of examples that now seem far away in time, this book remains worth reading for those seeking an understanding of the cross currents still alive in the national policy debates over safe food. (For those following current events, there is pending legislation in the U.S. Senate that would reform federal food safety policy.)

I do think the author is correct in her assertion that food safety is as much about politics as science. Social norms, commercial realities, and other factors often do trump pure science.

This is decidedly a book written by an advocate: one who sees corporations as bad actors (unless the firm is Ben and Jerry's) and one who is sold on both a King's Cure--human pathogen testing and HACCP--and, above all, one single federal food agency.

Professor Nestle believes that with more government inspectors working for one powerful food agency, all auditing and enforcing private farms' and processors' paper-work systems, which in turn would be based on the best available science (unless some other social good trumps), we would have a country with fewer people sick from what they eat.

Meanwhile, I think most people in American agriculture do have good motives and find it amazing that this country feeds 300 hundred-plus million every day with so relatively few food safety incidents.

Eye opener
As a food safety trainer I did not realise the rest of what has and is going on to deliberatly sell us food that is not fit for the purpose all in the interest in profit.

One could have doubted what was written but we have just had the blatent disregard for food safety by 'CADBURY' the famous chocolate people claiming that only minute traces of bacteria may be present.

You either have bacteria or no bacteria there is no halfway house, this book will open everyone's eyes.

An important and well-documented expose
This is a well-written book by an author with experience in both the scientific and public affairs aspects of food quality and safety. Marion Nestle makes an effort to describe the complex scientific procedures associated with foodborne disease investigation, and the creation of bioengineered foodstuffs, reasonably clear to the layman / woman. Her message is simple and direct: as far as US government regulatory agencies, and the food industry itself, are concerned, food safety and wholesomeness is regarded as a secondary consideration to corporate profit. Her thesis is supported by a wide and varied list of references, including the scientific literature, print media, and quotes from participants involved in the struggle to make food safety one of the more urgent issues in contemporary public health. "Safe Food" covers such important topics as the outbreaks of E. coli caused by feces-contaminated ground beef; the ineptly regulated release of genetically engineered crops into farm systems and the spread of transgenes into native species; and the farcical (but ultimately tragic) mishandling of the "mad cow" epidemic by a British government blindly devoted to promotion of the beef industry. In each instance, Nestle documents how the food and agrochemical industries conspired to weaken federal oversight offood safety and quality by manipulating politicians and government officials, all in order to maximize profits.

The book is not perfect; some of the sections describing various scientific procedures may have benefited from the inclusion of explanatory diagrams, rather than somewhat belabored text descriptions. But overall, "Safe Food" is an important and timely book, and one well worth reading by anyone concerned about the quality of the food we eat.

Excellent
"Safe Food" is a terrific look at the issues involved in keeping our food supply uncontaminated. It is also a look behind the scenes at how our democracy really works, and it's not a pretty sight. Corporations choosing profits over public health, government representatives more often than not siding with industry rather than consumers, corruption, greed, and ineptitude are all part of this fascinating story. Highly recommended! ... Read more

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While presenting the latest scientific research on the major pathogens associated with meat, poultry, produce, and other foods, Pre-Harvest and Post-Harvest Food Safety: Contemporary Issues and Future Directions goes beyond other professional reference books by identifying the research needed to assure food safety in the future. The editors and authors not only review the current, cutting-edge literature in each of their areas, but provide insights and forward thinking into the development of new and innovative approaches and research strategies. Scientists and researchers from academia, government, and industry have collaborated to examine the high-priority food safety areas recognized by the federal government: pathogen/host interactions; ecology, distribution and spread of foodborne hazards; antibiotic resistance; verification tests; decontamination and prevention strategies; and risk analysis. A worthy new edition to the IFT Press series of food science and technology titles, Pre-Harvest and Post-Harvest Food Safety describes what we now know in food safety and provides a framework and focus for future research to improve diagnostic capabilities and intervention strategies for enteropathogens. ... Read more

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The HACCP Food Safety Employee Manual is a complete, user-friendly guide to understanding proper food handling procedures, food hazards, monitoring techniques, corrective actions, and record keeping that all foodservice operations are required to follow. Collectively called the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), this system was established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and is used during the preparation and service of meals to ensure the safety of food from farm to table.

Incorporating the most recent rules and regulations of the 2005 FDA Food Code, this helpful manual clearly uses the five points of a star to illustrate major elements that encompass a successful HACCP system in a foodservice operation:

• Master prerequisite programs
• Food defense
• Evaluate hazards and critical control points to create a HACCP plan
• Understand critical limits, monitoring, and corrective actions
• Confirm by verification, record keeping, and documentation

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It was a gift to my wife
She told me it's a great book and it was very helpful in her project ... Read more

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The control of food safety in modern food processing reliesupon HACCP and other systems that identify hazards and defineprocesses tocontrol them. These demand a thorough understanding ofthe propertiesof microbial pathogens under all the conditions thatcould be foundin foods and the food processing environment.Detailed informationabout each of the main organisms responsible forcausing microbialfood poisoning is presented here in an accessibleand systematic way.An overview of key properties for each organismis followed by aseries of tables detailing the response of theorganism under a rangeof variable conditions. This information hasbeen prepared by theInternational Commission for the MicrobiologicalSpecifications ofFoods (ICMSF). ... Read more

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Epidemiology has long played a critical role in investigating outbreaks of foodborne illness and in identifying the microbial pathogens associated with such illness.Epidemiologists were the detectives who would track down the guilty culprit- the food vehicle carrying the pathogen, as well as the fateful errors that resulted in contamination or multiplication of pathogens. The first book of its kind, this volume describes the various ways epidemiologic principles are applied to meet the challenges of maintaining a safe food supply.It addresses both the prevention and control of food borne illness. Starting with a history and background of food borne illness, the book continues by describing the means of following up on an outbreak and measuring exposures.The book concludes by describing the regulatory context that shapes food safety activities at the local, national and international levels. Chapters are written by leaders in the field of public health and food safety, including experts in epidemiology, microbiology, risk assessment, economics, and environmental health and policy. This is the definitive book for students, researchers and professionals interested in how epidemiology plays a role in keeping our food safe. ... Read more

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As with the beginning of the twentieth century, when food safety standards and the therapeutic benefits of certain foods and supplements first caught the public’s attention, the dawn of the twenty-first century finds a great social priority placed on the science of food safety. Ronald Schmidt and Gary Rodrick’s Food Safety Handbook provides a single, comprehensive reference on all major food safety issues. This expansive volume covers current United States and international regulatory information, food safety in biotechnology, myriad food hazards, food safety surveillance, and risk prevention.

Approaching food safety from retail, commercial, and institutional angles, this authoritative resource analyzes every step of the food production process, from processing and packaging to handling and distribution. The Handbook categorizes and defines real and perceived safety issues surrounding food, providing scientifically non-biased perspectives on issues for professional and general readers. Each part is divided into chapters, which are then organized into the following structure: Introduction and Definition of Issues; Background and Historical Significance; Scientific Basis and Implications; Regulatory, Industrial, and International Implications; and Current and Future Implications. Topics covered include:

-Risk assessment and epidemiology
-Biological, chemical, and physical hazards
-Control systems and intervention strategies for reducing risk or preventing food hazards, such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
-Diet, health, and safety issues, with emphasis on food fortification, dietary supplements, and functional foods
-Worldwide food safety issues, including European Union perspectives on genetic modification

Food and beverage processors, manufacturers, transporters, and government regulators will find the Food Safety Handbook to be the premier reference in its field. ... Read more

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Provides a wealth of information and guidance for the proper implementation of food safety measures, and the consequent processing of shrimps safely for the expanding market. An essential reference for all those involved in producing and processing shrimps throughout the world. ... Read more

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safely process shrimp
There is a nifty amount of detail here for the shrimp farmer and processor. As well as for the casual reader, interested in how shrimp gets to her table. A global business, where safety is the overriding consideration.

For example, when a shrimp is killed, its head must be promptly removed. Because this contains powerful digestive enzymes that can rapidly decay the meat in the tail. This removal is either done by machines (in developed countries), or by hand (in developing countries).

The book describes how shrimp tails (actually abdomens) are tested for quality. And how they must be rapidly frozen. There are diagrams of various shrimp processing machines. The most common processing steps are given. Like treating with phosphates. These improve the retention of water during the freezing and thawing cycles. The text sets out what is essentially a recipe, fully detailing how this should be done. ... Read more

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Written by specialists in the fields of food bioterrorism and industry preparedness, Bioterrorism and Food Safety focuses on developing rational and implementable food security strategies and plans. It integrates food safety issues, technological developments in traceability, and legal analysis of current and pending regulations with good business practices, and then relates these elements to the development of effective and workable food security programs for food businesses.

The text covers the biological and chemical risks associated with the intentional contamination of food and discusses underlying legal issues, regulatory compliance, and cost/benefit analysis. It also provides implementation strategies to reduce food security risks, discusses advances in traceability, and suggests ways to reduce the risk of intentional contamination and improve consumer confidence in the safety of the food supply.

With its clear presentation of current hazards, safety guidelines, and security measures, this comprehensive work introduces practicing professionals throughout the food industry and those charged with the responsibility of terrorism prevention to workable strategies that address address safety risks associated with all facets of food production, storage, and delivery. ... Read more

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"Commissioned by the Iowa Dietetic Association, Food Safety: A Guide to What You Really Need to Know is a totally updated edition of Food Sanitation and Safety Study Course, Second Edition. This book provides practical techniques and the most up-to-date Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines for handling food hazards, food preparation and service, cleaning and sanitation, trash, and pests. Each chapter has figures and tables for increased understanding of the material and ends with study questions. Answers to the questions are provided."--BOOK JACKET. ... Read more

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Food Safety in the Hospitality Industry is a user-friendly guide to current food safety and hygiene legislation and is vital reading for all those involved in food handling and preparation.

Using frequent practical examples, the text outlines and explains what you need to know about the following areas:

· The key legislation and legal background in easy-to-follow terms - includes a comparison of the UK and European Union.
· Safe food handling in practice - an easy reference source for all areas of a catering operation, including food service and labelling, storage and temperature controls and health and safety.
· The application of food safety policies in business - practical guidance on food hazard analysis, including planning, implementation, control and measurement.

Ideal reading for the core food safety component of hospitality management and catering degrees, the text is also a useful reference for industry practitioners who need to be up to speed on the legal requirements and best practice for maintaining safety and hygiene in the workplace.

Provides a framework around which all sectors of industry can build a food hygiene system
Covers the essential legal requirements and background
A practical, comprehensive breakdown of safe food handling practices and application of food safety policies ... Read more

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Food Safety Law Michael S. Schumann, Thomas D. Schneid, B. R. Schumann, and Michael J. Fagel Widely publicized food-related illnesses and deaths within the past few years focused public and political attention on the food industry. The most familiar foodborne bacteria, E. Coli and Salmonella, featured prominently in discussions regarding food safety. Today’s consumers also worry about pesticides, growth hormones, use of radiation, and contaminants or pathogens that lurk in the food. Food inspection, labeling, and food safety laws in the United States have been relatively untouched for ninety years. In 1996, major legal changes took place. Providing a safe food supply became one of the natoin’s highest priorities. No longer can food handlers, processors, packers, or direct service professionals continue doing business in the same manner. Food Safety Law provides extensive information on the USDA and the FDA, the primary agencies responsible for food safety. The book avoids the use of complicated legal and technical jargon by using easily understood language. This Timely Book Also Discusses

• historical and current approaches to food safety
• facility safety and sanitation programs
• traditional food inspection procedures and new scientific analysis requirements
• USDA laws and regulations
• the Humane Slaughter Act
• the Poultry Products Inspection Act
• relevant EPA and OSHA regulations
• foodborne illnesses
• case studies

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“This book offers companies in the food industry the first comprehensive guide to preparing for the Global Standard Audit.” –Beverage and Food World, May 2009

BASED ON ISSUE 5 OF THE BRC STANDARD

The British Retail Consortium Global Standard for Food Safety was originally conceived to meet an increasing demand for a unified standard to be used by the major retailers in the UK for their suppliers of "own label" food products. The system has proved so successful that it is now used throughout the food industry, and over 7000 food manufacturers worldwide already have the Standard.

Companies are often unsure about how to approach attaining certification—often a demanding process, especially at the first attempt. Not only are there over 300 clauses to satisfy, there are also general concerns such as how to correct non-conformities within very specific deadlines. Even when their operations are actually quite satisfactory, many suppliers find themselves poorly prepared for the audit and do not perform as well as they might.

This book offers companies in the food industry the first comprehensive guide to preparing for the Global Standard audit. Using over 600 real life examples, it enables manufacturers to ensure that the correct systems are in place to achieve the Standard and present themselves in the best way during the audit process. It also recommends the steps to take following the audit and how to correct non-conformities. The book is an essential resource for suppliers wishing to attain certification for the first time and those already in the scheme seeking to improve their grades. It is also of interest to certification bodies and consultants to the food industry. ... Read more