Listeria monocytogenes has caused serious outbreaks of foodborne illness in the past two decades. Retail establishments play a key role in the control of Listeria monocytogenes in foods they sell. The use of an effective Listeria monocytogenes control program is essential to protect both consumers and the retailer.
Resources available in English and Spanish:
• 4 or 6-hour training session
• 40 minute DVD
• 23-page manual to accompany videoWhat does this program cover?
In this program you will learn about the sources and factors that contribute to Listeria monocytogenes in the retail environment. The training session, video and manual will also explore the design, implementation and maintenance of a Listeria monocytogenes control program. Training sessions are taught by Extension Educators and Specialists with extensive food safety training experience.Who can benefit from these resources?
The resources available through the “Control of Listeria monocytogenes in Retail Establishments” program are targeted to federal, state and local regulators that have responsibility for food safety in retail establishments. The resources are designed to help regulators understand and the topic and assist in implementing and maintaining Listeria monocytogenes control program in retail establishments. Management and supervisors in retail establishments also can benefit from the materials as a guide and training resource for Listeria monocytogenes control programs.To order DVDs for $35, contact:
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Attn: Laurie Yearick
The Pennsylvania State University
119 Agricultural Administration Building
University Park, PA 16802-2602
Telephone: 814-865-1199
FAX: 814-863-9987
Email: lah1@psu.eduSponsors:
- Penn State University Department of Food Science
- Penn State University Cooperative Extension
- Association of Food and Drug Officials
- US Department of Agriculture – Food Safety Inspection Service
For more information concerning this program, please contact:
Dr. Catherine Cutter
Food Safety Extension Specialist-Muscle Foods
Department of Food Science
Penn State University
phone (814-865-8862)
email cnc3@psu.edu.
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