Generic E. coli is found in the intestinal track of both man and animals. Thus, the finding of generic E. coli in ready-to-eat foods is an indication of fecal contamination. Fecal contamination in turn indicates that other harmful organisms, whether they be bacterial (Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter), viral (hepatitis A, norovirus, rotovirus), […]

Commentary by Christine Testa, Regional Food Safety Specialist
FIFO is a commonsense system that allows you to prepare foods with an optimum nutritional value and quality, along with practicing good food safety procedures. FIFO rotation will also lower your food cost. Knowing what you have in stock and how fast or slow food items are moving […]