Microorganisms present in chicken & in skimmed milk powder

CHICKEN

1. Clostridium perfringens

Can be found on:-

High proteins food like meat, poultry and eggs

Sources: -

Soil, sewage, dust, crops, meat and poultry

Effects:-

Nausea, diarrhea and gas pains (8-24 hours after eating)

Preventive measures:-

Cook high protein food thoroughly
Keep hot foods hot
Keep cold foods cold
Refrigerate food in shallow containers

2.Salmonella

Can be found on:-

Raw meats, poultry, eggs, milk and products made from them

Sources:-

On people, pets, insects and rodents

Effects:-

Diarrhea, abdominal cramps

Preventive measures:-

Cook foods thoroughly
Keep hot foods hot
Keep cooking surfaces and utensils clean
Refrigerate or freeze foods promptly
Wash hands before eating and after handling raw foods


SKIMMED MILK POWDER

Common microorganisms present in skimmed milk powder:-

-Listeria monocytogenes

-Salmonella



Reference: http://www.foodsafety.psu.edu/nie/FSLssn1_2_10_05.pdf