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Which Food Is Considered a TCS Food and Why It Matters for Safety

Which Food Is Considered a TCS Food and Why It Matters for Safety

Every year, the CDC estimates that 48 million people in the U.S. get sick from foodborne illnesses. A large percentage of these cases are linked to improper handling of high‑risk foods that allow bacteria to grow quickly when not kept at the right temperature. In food safety training, these items are called TCS foods – foods that require Time/Temperature Control for Safety. […]