Capstone Research Paper “Don't Cross, Contaminate” (Food Safety Government). Cross contamination is how bacteria can spread. It is the physical movement of harmful bacteria from one person to another and/or to an object. Cross contamination is a very dangerous bacteria. This often happens when you don't wash your hands, cutting boards, counters, etc. Cross contamination can affect you in life and in the food industry. Always make sure you are aware of your surroundings, as you can transmit any type of bacteria at any time, whether you are cooking or doing something at home. Many steps are required to prevent cross contamination, but it will take time and it will also pay off in the end. From good to bad, from do's to don'ts. Cross-contamination leads to drastic changes. Let's start with good personal hygiene, how it can affect your body and the type of diseases you can get from it, as well as wearing appropriate clothing. Cross-contamination will be present everywhere you go, but it's up to you to stop it. Cross contamination is a major concern in the food industry. Good personal hygiene will help prevent cross contamination. John Lucey states: “Management should serve as a model of good work habits and acceptable hygiene practices” (para. 1). Most infections are acquired when people put their unwashed hands, which contain germs, in their mouth. Some infections are contracted when other people's dirty hands touch the food we eat. Hands and wrists should be washed with soap and water (as warm as possible). You can use a brush to clean under your nails. You should wash your hands for 20 seconds, if it helps you can sing the “happy birthday song”. Dry your hands with paper towels or a dryer near you. Wash your hair...... middle of paper... ...especially if you want to work in the food industry. Making a good impression is always the best way to go. Works Cited “Clean”. Home. FDA. Food Security Government, 2012-2013. Internet. March 10, 2014. “Key information. » InstaGrok. National Restaurant Association, nd Web. March 10, 2014. “Key Facts.” InstaGrok. Better Health Channel, March 27, 2013. Web. May 1, 2014. “Key Facts.” » InstaGrok. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nd Web. May 1, 2014. “Key Facts.” » InstaGrok. Food quality and safety, April-May 2014. Web. May 1, 2014. “Key Facts.” » InstaGrok. Diseases and Diseases, April 30, 2014. Web. May 1, 2014. “Key Facts.” » InstaGrok. OSHA, 2012. Web. May 1, 2014. “Key Facts.” » InstaGrok. Scientific physics: viruses, bacteria and parasites, nd Web. March 10, 2014. “Manufacturing Net.” InstaGrok. Np, July 21, 2006. Web. May 1 2014.