PERFRINGENS

SIGNS TO INDICATE PRESENCE

• This particular pathogen shows no evidence of its presence.

SYMPTOMS

• This pathogen gives its victims...
• Nausea without vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach cramps

SOURCES

• It can be found in large portions of food cooked and held below 125*F.

PREVENTION

• To prevent getting Perfringens...
• Cook foods above 140*F
• Cook foods below 40*F

OTHER INFORMATION

• If toxin is already present, heat will not kill it.
• Known as the "buffet" or "cafeteria" germ.