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Jun

22

2015
Niagara Recalls 14 Bottled Water Brands From Same Source for E. Coli Risk

Niagara Recalls 14 Bottled Water Brands From Same Source for E. Coli Risk

Niagara Bottling LLC has recalled all spring water products produced at its two Pennsylvania facilities between June 10-18, 2015, after being informed that the water source was potentially compromised by E. coli bacteria. Niagara stated that the bacteria were found on June 10, noting, “As the spring source did not notify us in a timely manner, we have discontinued the use of this source.” The company…

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May

27

2015
Food Safety on Food Trucks Called ‘A Little More of a Challenge’

Food Safety on Food Trucks Called ‘A Little More of a Challenge’

It can take more to ensure that food is safe on a food truck than at a brick-and-mortar restaurant, says Bob Kramer, a registered sanitarian who provides training and technical assistance to entrepreneurs. Kramer is the director of food safety and food services for a microlender in Ohio called the Economic and Community Development Institute and vice president of a consulting business called Savour Food…

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Oct

21

2014

Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Seed Pesto Recalled for Botulism Risk

Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Seed Pesto is being recalled for botulism risk. No illnesses have been reported in association with this recall, but consumers who have purchased the product should not eat it, the product may have been improperly processed, it may contain Clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that causes botulism a paralytic illness that is fatal if untreated. The recalled product has been distributed nationwide since…

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Oct

16

2014
The Seven Worst Things to Find in Your Refrigerator or Ice Machine

The Seven Worst Things to Find in Your Refrigerator or Ice Machine

Health inspectors get to see the worst of the worst when it comes to commercial kitchens. They see the little extras that are left behind the refrigerator, they notice the smells in the walk-in freezers, and they notice the slime inside of the ice bin. We’ve taken our cues from the health inspectors and compiled some of the worst things that you can find. 1….

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Oct

14

2014
Food Safety Hand Washing

Food Safety Hand Washing

Hand washing is vital in preventing contamination of food by food handlers. Harmful bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella and Staphylococcus aureus and viruses present on hands of food workers are removed by proper hand washing techniques. Hands should be washed as often as necessary and always: Before starting work Before handling cooked or ready-to-eat food After handling or preparing raw food After handling waste…

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Sep

09

2014
Top 10 Food Safety Tips for the Restaurant Kitchens

Top 10 Food Safety Tips for the Restaurant Kitchens

American consumers are becoming more and more concerned with where their food comes from, how it is prepared and whether or not it is actually safe to eat. Allay any food safety fears your customers may have by following these food safety tips 1. Be sure all staff and managers are properly trained. Shift managers, general managers and staff must have proper food safety knowledge…

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