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3.4.1.4 Bacterial contamination Categorise

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Click on an item, then click on a category to place it. Or, drag and drop the item into the correct category. Organise all items before clicking 'Check'.

Salmonella
Staphylococcus aureus
Listeria
Campylobacter
E. coli

Can be caused by raw beansprouts
Found in the guts of animals
Most common cause of food poisoning in the UK
Caused by incorrect chilling of foods
Can be caused by soft cheeses (e.g. Camembert and Brie)
Often associated with raw or uncooked eggs
Can last a few days or a few weeks
Often caused by uncooked meat (particularly chicken)
Incubation period is typically 1–8 hours
Incubation period is typically 6–72 hours
Incubation period is typically several days or weeks
Most strains are harmless
Can last for 4–7 days

This is your 1st attempt! You get 5 marks for each one you get right first time. Good luck!

Pass Mark
70%