Food and Waterborne Disease Program

Thinking Differently –Foodborne Illness Investigation• We are trying to determine whether or not the outbreak is associated with theimplicated establishment and what may have contributed to the illnesses.• We are performing an investigation not an inspection.• Utilize the information you have regarding implicated food items, symptoms,incubation period, and duration of illness to focus your investigation.• Utilize knowledge on the contributing i factors associated with foodborneillness when performing the investigation.• Utilize knowledge regarding common foodborne diseases when performingthe investigation.32