What Is Cross-Contamination?
The transfer of pathogens from one food or surface to another. It is prevented by separating raw and ready-to-eat foods, using separate equipment, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.
Cross-Contamination across 3 exams
Cross-Contamination appears on the following exams. Each defines it in the context candidates are tested on:
- ServSafe Manager
- The transfer of pathogens from one food or surface to another. It is prevented by separating raw and ready-to-eat foods, using separate equipment, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.
- ServSafe Food Handler
- The transfer of harmful substances, such as pathogens or allergens, from one food or surface to another. It is prevented by separating raw and ready-to-eat foods, using separate equipment, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.
- ServSafe Alcohol
- The transfer of harmful microorganisms from one surface or food to another, prevented by separating raw and ready-to-eat foods, using separate equipment, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.