Process or phenomenon of organic origin or conveyed by biological vectors, including exposure to pathogenic micro-organisms, toxins and bioactive substances that may cause loss of life, injury, illness or other health impacts, property damage, loss of livelihoods and services, social and economic disruption, or environmental damage. Comment: Exampl [..]

Danger posed to food safety by the contamination of food with pathogenic microorganisms or naturally occurring toxins.

Refers to the danger of food contamination by disease-causing microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi) and their toxins and by certain plants and fish that carry natural toxins.

Any agent that causes infection including: bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. An everyday example of a biological hazard is an outbreak of colds or flu occurring in an office. An example with more serious consequences is the increasing incidence of waterborne diseases.

Refers to the danger of food contamination by disease-causing microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi) and their toxins and by certain plants and fish that carry natural toxins.

 Pathogens, parasites and predators that directly threaten human life or interfere with agricultural systems.