Food Safety

the reduction of germs to a safe level so illness is unlikely to occur

removing dirt from food preparation surfaces in the kitchen. Surfaces can be counters, cutting boards, dishes, knives, utensils, pots and pans.

Food poisoning is the name for the range of illnesses caused by eating or drinking contaminated food or drink.

Symptoms usually take between a few hours to a few days to begin and may last for a few days, depending on the type of pathogen. Symptoms often include one or more of:

• nausea
• stomach cramps
• diarrhoea
• vomiting
• fever
• headaches

Cross contamination is what happens when bacteria from one food item are transferred to another food item, often by way of unwashed cutting boards or countertops, as well as knives and other kitchen tools, or even unwashed hands. Cross contamination can in turn lead to food poisoning.

Wash hands thoroughly before handling food and always after using the toilet

Long hair should be tied back

Wear a clean apron or similar covering when preparing food

Always cover cuts, burns or abrasions with waterproof dressings (brightly coloured if possible)

no fake nails or jelwery allowed

Ensure the food preparation area, especially surfaces and utensils, are clean

Making sure foods are being cooked at correct temperture at 75c

Protecting food from contamination

Thermometers

Animals and pests

Red -meat
brown- cooked meat
yellow-chicken
white-dairy products
green-veggies and fruits