Guidelines on Proper and Safe Handling of Food

1. 1. Cover the food properly.

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1. 2. Provide garbage receptacle for proper waste disposal.

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1. 3. Observe personal hygiene at all times.

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1. 4. Do not leave the cooked food in room temperature for more than two hours.

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1. 5. Avoid handling food when you are sick.

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1. 6. Always check the expiration date of goods.

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1. 7. Clean the cutting boards thoroughly.

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8. 8. Refrigerate promptly all cooked and perishable food preferably below 5 degrees Celcius within four hours.

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8. 9. Provide for adequate space, proper ventilation and window screens in the area.

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8. 10. Observe proper hand washing technique.

• Guideline for Food Handlers

• Guideline for Kitchen Facilities

• Guideline for Food Preparation and Cooking

• Guideline for Safe Temperature