"Food handling and protection is a critical part of the safety and success of a food service operation. An effective food safety program prevents foodborne illnesses and disease outbreaks, keeping guests as well as employees safe. Learning about food safety risks and how to prevent them is the first step toward creating a healthy environment. For food protection managers, setting high safety standards and adapting as industry guidelines evolve are part of each workday. Whether you are currently seeking food manager cer- tification or are already a certified professional, knowing and applying best practices in food safety helps you to control risk and focus on prevention responsibly. The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA)--the leader in environmental health and protection training--has created Professional Food Manager, Fifth Edition to provide essential food safety information for managers and soon-to-be managers looking to become certified, as well as professionals looking to refresh theirknowledge of current food safety issues. This book presents a wealth of information, including the most up-to-date food safety trends, key principles of food safety management, health department guidelines, temperature recommendations and basic sanitation procedures to ensure valuable food handling practices are brought back to the workplace"--