Important Terms Important Terms Clean means free of visible soil.
Contamination is the unintended presence of harmful substances or micro-organisms in food.
Foodborne illness is a disease that is carried or transmitted to human beings by food. Goodwill is measured by a patron's recognition that the foodservice operator means well and is concerned about his or her safety and health. Liability is exposure to an adverse condition, Operators and managers are responsible for the safety of the food they serve, which means they me liable for it. If an, establishment is sued for liability, the person suing can be rewarded compensatory damages for lost work, wages, and medical bills. Punitive damages may also apply if reckless and deliberate neglect on the part of the operation can be proved.