WHAT’S AT STAKE

It's important to use a food thermometer to measure the internal temperature of food accurately. In a restaurant, it's also important to train staff on proper cooking temperatures and monitor them to ensure that food is cooked to the appropriate temperature every time.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

HAZARDS OF NOT COOKING FOOD TO CORRECT INTERNAL TEMPERATURE

• Risk of foodborne illness: If food is not cooked to the correct internal temperature, harmful bacteria and other microorganisms can survive and cause foodborne illness.
• Cross-contamination: If raw and cooked food come into contact with each other during preparation or cooking, cross-contamination can occur.
• Inconsistent […]

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