 | Identify poisonous or toxic substances that can contaminate food.
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Substance
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Source Of Contamination
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Type Of Hazard
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Associated Food
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Toxic metal
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Utensils and equipment constructed from lead, copper, brass, zinc,
antimony, and cadmium
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Toxic and irritant
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Chemicals
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Cleaning products, such as detergents, oven cleaners, and degreasers
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Caustic and corrosive
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Any
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Sanitizers
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Toxic and irritant
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Any
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Floor treatments
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Irritants, toxics, and flammables
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Any
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Pesticides
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Improperly applied pesticides used in food preparation and storage
areas
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Toxic and flammable
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Any
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