Cayman Islands' residents urged to practise food safety on World Environmental Health Day
- Use clean water and wholesome foods. Never purchase foods that are past their expiration dates.
- Keep food preparation surfaces clean. Wash hands thoroughly with anti-bacterial soap before handling food and after activities such as handling raw meat, using the toilet, changing diapers and handling pets or garbage.
- Avoid cross contamination by separating raw foods from cooked foods.
- Cook foods thoroughly, to temperatures of at least 70° Celsius (C) or 158° Fahrenheit (F). This is especially critical for meat, poultry and seafood.
- Store foods at safe temperatures. Refrigerate foods within 90 minutes of preparation. Ensure that fridge is set at between 32-41°F and freezer is 0° F or less.
Published September 26, 2018
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