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What is Cross Contamination?

Frequently Asked Questions
Cross Contamination occurs when harmful bacteria are spread from certain types of raw food to cooked / ready-to-eat foods. Food such as raw poultry, raw meat and unwashed root vegetables may be contaminated with harmful bacteria. These bacteria can be spread to cooked / ready-to-eat foods if appropriate food handling practices are not followed.
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Is there any risk of cross-contamination between animals?

MIT Canada FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Studies have shown that there is no risk of cross-contamination with the AGRO-JET®. Reports from existing studies are available on this web-site. Simply click on the "Research" button above. Yes, there is an AGRO-JET® for use with all livestock, small & companion animal and poultry, from the day old chick to the seasoned steer. Three models are available for smaller animals (mainly poultry and pets) and others for larger animals including pigs of all sizes, cattle, horses, sheep, etc.
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District of Columbia
Cross contamination is when bacteria are transferred from one object to another. That object could be a food or a food surface. For example, blood juices from meats can leak onto vegetables stored below it; thus, the vegetables have now become contaminated. Cross contamination could also occur when a kitchen rag that contains bacteria is used to wipe a kitchen surface which was previously clean and sterile.
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Why are some pet foods recalled because of cross-contamination? What is cross-contamination?

Pet Food Recall/Contaminated Feed Frequently Asked Questions...
Cross-contamination is the transfer of harmful substances or microorganisms to food by equipment, food-contact surfaces, utensils, hands, or other means. It occurs when these items are not cleaned properly after processing a food that contains a harmful substance and then processing another food.
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When the possibility of cross-contamination of the mail exists, should I take antibiotics?

CDC Anthrax Q & A
Preventive antibiotics are not recommended for persons who routinely open or handle mail, either at home or at the workplace. Antimicrobial prophylaxis is recommended only in certain specific situations such as for persons exposed to an air space known to be contaminated with aerosolized Bacillus anthracis or for persons in a postal sorting facility in which an envelope containing B. anthracis spores was processed.
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I have several food allergies. Is there a possibility of cross contamination in your facility?

Amy's Kitchen - FAQ
Amy's Kitchen recognizes the needs of our customers who have allergies or sensitivities to nuts, gluten, certain spices, etc. Amy's always fully discloses all ingredients (except for specific spices used in the product) on the ingredient statement and will answer any questions that will help consumers decide what products they can safely consume.
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New Mexico Environment Department - Food Program
Cross-contamination is the transfer of harmful substances or disease-causing microorganisms to food. The contamination can be caused by food contact with improperly washed hands and dirty food-contact surfaces, bare hand contact of ready-to-eat foods, contact of raw meats with ready-to-eat-foods, etc. Food handlers should wash their hands before starting work and after an activity that may have contaminated their hands.
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Islami: Frequently Asked Questions
Cross-contamination is the transfer of bacteria from foods (usually raw) to other foods. The bacteria can be transferred directly when one food touches (or drips onto) another, or indirectly, for example from hands, equipment, work surfaces or knives and other utensils. Cross-contamination is one of the major causes of food poisoning.
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Tattoos by Chris Moniz .Com
Cross-contamination is the spread of micro-organisms from one surface to another. This can happen if a person (even if wearing gloves) touches a contaminated surface and after touches another surface then contaminating it. There are many bacterias and other micro-organisms that are aided in multiplying in this way. Hepatitis can live in dried blood exposed to air for over a week!!!!! Ask your tattooer if they ever taken a course in regards to safe-tattooing or bloodborne pathogens.
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Magnum Tattooing Inc. Frequently Asked Questions
Cross contamination is, in its simplest most relative form, when someone touches anything clean with dirty hands and vice versa. Anything handled during an individual tattoo or body piercing procedure, should be considered contaminated, and used only for that singular procedure and then either thrown out or sterilized.
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DC Department of Health: Administrations & Offices: Environm...
Cross-contamination is when bacteria are transferred from one object to another. That object could be food or a food surface. For example, blood juices from meats can leak onto vegetables stored below them, thus contaminating the vegetables. Cross-contamination could also occur when a kitchen rag that contains bacteria is used to wipe a kitchen surface that was previously clean and sterile.
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Food Allergy FAQ
Cross-contamination occurs when an allergenic food touches another food or surface, such as a utensil, grill, countertop, table, plate, or someone's hand. Cross-contamination is the primary vehicle of accidental exposure to food allergens. To avoid cross-contamination, pay close attention to food preparation, storage, and serving methods.
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Are other patients at the hospitals in danger of cross-contamination?

CSEPP Frequently Asked Questions
No, patients at the local hospitals are not in danger of any type of cross-contamination. All decontamination takes place outside the hospital area.
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How is cross contamination prevented between samples?

Metrohm UK Potentiometric and Karl Fischer Titration
The rinsing and cleaning of the electrode, burette tips and rod stirrer after a titration is essential to avoid any cross contamination with future samples. This equipment is rinsed efficiently by very fine water droplets from three spray nozzles. The waste and rinsing solution is aspirated off completely.
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Do I need to be concerned about cross contamination when using Pain Ease on different patients?

Gebauer Company
No, because the can does not come in direct contact with the site (it is held between 3 to 7 inches from site) it can be used between individual patients without cross contamination. The design of the Pain Ease valve is such that it does not allow any type of substance to enter its opening.
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How do you insure there is no cross-contamination?

Crave : A San Francisco Bakery : Frequently Asked Questions
We research our ingredient sources carefully and only bake products that are gluten-free and milk-free. We practice ingredient, production and equipment isolation.
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How likely is cross contamination of allergens with your other products?

Contessa Premium Foods - FAQs
There is no chance of cross contamination. Contessa operates an Allergen Control Program to prevent cross contamination in our plants. In addition, we do not use shared equipment for products containing Allergens. At this time, we only accept sales orders directly from our food service distributors. You can, however, always call our Sales Department toll-free at 1 (888) 832-8000, and they will put you in touch with your local distributor, which will immediately fill your order.
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Is this contamination dangerous?

Contact Castleberry's Brands
It can be. We want to be proactive to ensure the safety of our products and the health of our loyal consumers. Do not use these products even if they do not look or smell spoiled. Please dispose of them by double bagging in plastic bags that are tightly closed before being placed in a trash receptacle for non-recyclable trash outside of the home, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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What is your allergen statement/cross contamination policy?

Ener-G Foods
Ener-G Foods, Inc. is a wheat-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut free, tree-nut free and kosher certified facility. The company has three separately owned production lines. All products manufactured by Ener-G Foods, Inc. are subject to our HACCP program. This program is in addition to current Good Manufacturing Processes required by the federal and state governments.
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How do I minimize cross contamination with dry ingredient storage?

Frequently Asked Foodservice Operators Questions
When ingredients must be stored outside of their original container, make sure that each ingredient has a dedicated scoop or measuring cup. A dedicated scoop will reduce the risk of an employee taking a scoop from one ingredient bin and using it in another. The Rubbermaid Ingredient Bin systems and Safety Storage Bins feature a built-in scoop management system.
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Is there a potential for cross-contamination of corn products with wheat ingredients?

MissionMenus.com :: Mission Frequently Asked Questions
All Mission Foods plants have strict food safety programs in place, including a very comprehensive Allergen Control Program. There is MSG only in our nacho cheese sauce, chips, and wraps. You may find the detail ingredients by product in the Nutrition Information page.
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What is contamination?

FAQs
Contamination occurs when materials that are not allowed in a recycling container or bin are placed in them. Example: mixing window glass with glass bottles. Contamination often increases the cost of the City's Recycling Program and can also increase the cost to you as a taxpayer.
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Lice Ticks and Mites
Parasites present on the outside of the host organisms, such as ectoparasites or mosquitoes. The presence within or around a dwelling of insects, rodents, vermin or other pests to a degree that is harmful to the dwelling or its occupants
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When the possibility of cross-contamination of the mail exists, should I take anti-biodicts?

Winnebago County Health Department - FAQ's
Preventive antibiotics are not recommended for persons who routinely open or handle mail, either at home or at the workplace. Antimicrobial prophylaxis is recommended only in certain specific situations such as for persons exposed to an air space known to be contaminated with aerosolized Bacillus anthracis or for persons in a postal sorting facility in which an envelope containing B. anthracis spores was processed.
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