Sharing Our Perspective: Top Blog Posts from April – June 2017

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We designed FoodSafeTruth.com to be a go-to source for issues and trends impacting the foodservice industry for restaurant owners and operators. One way in which we share the latest industry news is through our blog, Perspectives.

Perspectives is designed to provide you with insights on topics ranging from foodborne illness outbreaks, to building a strong food safety program, to ways to enhance the guest experience. It’s a place where we share news that you can use each and every day.

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What Do Sanitarians Look for During a Health Inspection?

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Two of the most critical aspects of food protection are frequent, thorough handwashing and clean and sanitary surfaces. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified proper handwashing and clean and sanitary surfaces as two of the five most important risk factors related to food protection. And, oftentimes, the vast majority of foodborne illness investigations that are conducted could have been prevented by proper handwashing. So, as a sanitarian, what do I look for once I walk into a facility?

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Norovirus and Lettuce: The Perfect Combination?

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more than 250 different types of foodborne illnesses.[1] Yet, there is one that is the most common – norovirus. In fact, norovirus is responsible for 58% of domestically acquired foodborne illnesses, and nearly half of all foodborne disease outbreaks due to known agents.[2]

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Get Your Restaurant Ready. Summer Travel Season is Here.

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It’s hard to believe but summer and the summer travel season is almost here. This upcoming weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and soon people will be hitting the road for vacations, trips to see family and friends and other fun activities. And, most likely their travel will include a stop to relax and grab a bite to eat. With more than 39.3 million US travelers expected to take to the road, skies, rails and water this Memorial Day weekend[1], now is the perfect time to make sure your restaurant is ready. 

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5 Steps to Food Safety Hand Hygiene

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Having a strong food safety program and culture of cleanliness within a restaurant is critical to its overall health. And, the foundation of both is focused on the importance of restaurant workers practicing good hand hygiene at key moments.

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Where Are the Germs Hiding In Your Restaurant?

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Your commitment to cleanliness is the cornerstone of your guests’ experience. In fact, according to data from Technomics[1], a restaurant’s cleanliness is one of the top attributes your guests value and one that either keeps or deters them from dining with you again. Cleanliness is also a critical aspect of your restaurant’s food safety program. This means the overall cleanliness of your restaurant not only affects your bottom line, but your restaurant’s reputation as well.  

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Navigating the Landscape to Select the Right Surface Sanitizer for Your Restaurant

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Food safety - it’s top of mind for all restaurant owners. But with numerous components of a strong food safety program to consider, it can be difficult for restaurant owners and operators to focus on all areas at all times. 

We know that surface sanitizing and cleaning is a critical component of a solid and effective food safety program. However, with numerous options on the market today, it can be challenging to select the right surface sanitizing and cleaning product that not only meets the needs of the Food Code, but kills common foodborne pathogens, like Norovirus, and meets the needs of your restaurant’s workers and guests as well.

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Our Top Blog Posts from January – March 2017

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We launched FoodSafeTruth.com in March of 2016 with the vision of sharing timely and relevant information, and also interacting and engaging with restaurant owners and operators. We wanted a place where the industry could share their thoughts, and perspective on industry trends and news.

One way we set out to accomplish this goal was by launching our blog Perspectives. Perspectives is designed to provide insights on topics ranging from foodborne illness outbreaks, to building a strong food safety program, to ways to enhance the guest experience.

Let’s take a look at the top 3 blog posts from the first quarter of this year.

  1. Make a Clean and Lasting Impression
  2. What Impact Does Norovirus Have on Your Restaurant?
  3. The Future Looks Bright for Food Safety: The Cultivation of Human Norovirus Has Been Achieved

365 Days and Counting of FoodSafeTruth.com

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It's hard to believe, but it has more than a year since FoodSafeTruth.com was launched. The site, which is sponsored by GOJO, was developed with the vision of being your go-to source for food safety information – delivering timely information on building, maintaining and enhancing your restaurant’s food safety program. From blog posts to bulletins on the state of the industry and norovirus prevention, we believe this vision has become a reality.

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The Most Common Food Safety Challenges and How to Overcome Them

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Even though food safety is top of mind for those working in the foodservice industry, there are challenges. And, some of these challenges are often associated with basic food safety practices.

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