Contamination & AllergensQuestion 55 of 320
Which of the following is an example of a physical contaminant?
a.Salmonella bacteria
b.Cleaning solution residue
c.Peanut protein
d.A metal staple from a produce box
Explanation
Physical contaminants are hard or soft foreign objects like metal staples, glass, bones, hair, or bandages that can injure a guest. Salmonella is biological, cleaning residue is chemical, and peanut protein is an allergen. Inspecting deliveries and keeping foreign objects out of food prevent physical contamination.
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