the residuals of predictions are b0.4 log CFU/g. Overall, 74% of the residuals of predictions
are b0.2 log CFU/g, 7.7% are N0.4 log CFU/g, while only 1.5% are N0.8 log CFU/g. In addition, the dynamic
model also accurately predicted four isothermal growth curves arbitrarily chosen fromthe literature. Finally, the
Monte Carlo simulation was used to provide the probability of N1 and 2 log CFU/g relative growths at the end of
cooling. The results of this study will provide a newand accurate tool to the food industry and regulatory agencies
to assess the safety of cooked beef in the event of cooling deviation.