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FAT TOM

Mnemonic device in the food service industry

Mnemonic device in the food service industry

Fat Tom is a mnemonic device used in the food service industry to describe the six favorable conditions required for the growth of foodborne pathogens. It is an acronym for food, acidity, time, temperature, oxygen and moisture.

Conditions

Each of the six conditions that foster the growth foodborne pathogens are defined in set ranges:

References

References

  1. (2008). "Servsafe Essentials Fifth Edition".
  2. "Food safety lessons: FAT TOM". [[Iowa State University]], University Extension school.
  3. "'Danger Zone' (40 °F – 140 °F)". US Department of Agriculture.
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