Texas Food Safety Managers Practice Test

The requirement for an operation to keep shellfish tags primarily revolves around the ability to link a foodborne illness outbreak to a specific source. Shellfish tags provide essential information, such as where the shellfish were harvested, the date of harvest, and the name of the supplier or dealer. In the event of a foodborne illness outbreak, public health officials can trace the source of the contaminated shellfish back to its origin using these tags. This traceability is crucial for identifying the problem, providing necessary information to consumers, and implementing measures to prevent further incidents. By maintaining these records, food operations not only comply with food safety regulations but also play a significant role in public health and safety efforts.