The food industry is a complex and challenging field, with many different factors to consider when producing safe and high-quality food products. One of the most important aspects of food production is microbiology [...]
Legionnaires’ disease, or legionellosis, is a form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophilia. As the disease presents symptoms common to other forms of pneumonia specific laboratory tests need to be conducted [...]
South Africa is famous for its sunshine, but as per the Cape drought a relatively dry country, with an average annual rainfall of about 464mm (compared to a world average of about 860mm). [...]
What to do when you get a positive result in a product What is a positive result? A positive result in a product is defined as any result that does not comply with [...]
Pseudomonas spp. are a group of Gram-negative, rod-shaped, aerobic, non-spore-forming bacteria that are catalase and oxidase-positive. These bacteria are known for their resistance to penicillin and other beta-lactam antibiotics, and for their ability [...]
Proper temperature control of food in the kitchen is critical to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and to ensure that the food is safe to consume. Temperature control involves keeping hot foods [...]
Introduction The next installment in the IPSSIS/FS series is the first active operations SCP, Temperature control introduction. Background and introduction to temperature Microorganisms (MO’s) have optimal environmental requirements, to facilitate growth, for certain [...]
Accurate temperature measurement is essential in the food industry to ensure food safety and quality. Thermometers are used to measure the temperature of food during preparation, cooking, and storage. However, it is essential [...]
Food safety is a critical aspect of the food industry in South Africa, and it is essential for food establishments to ensure that their staff receive proper training to prevent the spread of [...]
Dry storage is an essential part of food safety in South Africa, and it is important to follow simple rules to ensure that food products remain safe and free from harmful bacteria. In [...]
