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What is the danger zone temperature for tcs foods?
The danger zone for TCS foods is between 41°F and 135°F.
What type of hazards are associate with tcs foods?
Intxication & Poisoning
What is the maximum cold holding temperature for TCS foods?
135ºF or above.
What is the purpose of setting a critical limit in the cooking proces of tcs foods?
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What type of container should be used to transport TCS food the place of preparation to the place of service?
An insulated container should be used to transport TCS foods.
What is tcs food?
TCS stands for Time and Temperature Control for Safety. A TCS food is a type of food that is predisposed to pathogenic growth. By following TCS guidelines you can limit the pathogenic growth on these types of foods. Please keep in mind that foods may be added or excluded from the TCS guidelines from time to time. A good example of this is sliced tomatoes, after the recent salmonella scares they were added!As of 2013 TCS foods include:Milk and Dairy ProductsEggsMeat: Beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, shellfish and crustaceans.Baked PotatoesHeat-treated (cooked) plant food ricebeansvegetablesTofu or other soy proteinSliced MelonsCut TomatoesSprouts and Sprout SeedsUntreated garlic-and-oil mixtures
What is a tcs?
TCS stands for Time and Temperature Control for Safety. A TCS food is a type of food that is predisposed to pathogenic growth. By following TCS guidelines you can limit the pathogenic growth on these types of foods. Please keep in mind that foods may be added or excluded from the TCS guidelines from time to time. A good example of this is sliced tomatoes, after the recent salmonella scares they were added!As of 2013 TCS foods include:Milk and Dairy ProductsEggsMeat: Beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, shellfish and crustaceans.Baked PotatoesHeat-treated (cooked) plant food ricebeansvegetablesTofu or other soy proteinSliced MelonsCut TomatoesSprouts and Sprout SeedsUntreated garlic-and-oil mixtures
What are some examples of TCS foods?
TCS foods, or Time/Temperature Control for Safety foods, are items that require specific temperature controls to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Examples include dairy products like milk and cheese, meat and poultry, cooked rice and pasta, and cut fruits and vegetables. Additionally, foods like eggs, seafood, and prepared dishes such as casseroles also fall under this category. Proper storage and handling of TCS foods are essential to ensure food safety.
What is a TCS food?
TCS stands for time and temperature control safety.As of 2013 TCS foods include but are not limited to:Milk and Dairy ProductsEggsMeat: Beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, shellfish and crustaceans.Baked PotatoesHeat-treated (cooked) plant food ricebeansvegetablesTofu or other soy proteinSliced MelonsCut TomatoesSprouts and Sprout SeedsUntreated garlic-and-oil mixtures
What pathogen can you find in ready to eat TCS Foods?
The requirement for date marking ready-to-eat TCS food prepared on-site was established to primarily address the growth of which pathogen?
Why must cooked TCS Foods such as steamed vegetables and fried chicken be kept hot until served?
to keep bacteriae from growing
what is the best date mark to use for TCS foods?
The TCS food can be kept for seven days if it is stored at 41°F or lower. If the TCS food is not used within seven days it must be discarded. Remember, Day 1 is the day the product was made. Example: If a product was made on October 15, the use-by date would be October 21.
