Personal
Hygiene
It is said that
‘Cleanliness is next to Godliness”, however,
safe eating is easy
– with food for thought.
We all carry bacteria
on our bodies, some of which cause food poisoning.
some of the bacteria is carried in our gut, which means that even when we are
fit
Rules for
Personal Hygiene
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Always
wash you hands before handling food
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Wash
hands in between handling raw and cooked food
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Wash
hands after visiting the toilet, blowing the nose, and taking a break
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Wash
hands using soap, water and clean towel
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Keep
cuts and sores covered
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Wash
hands after handling refuse and bins
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Do
not use the same wash basin for hands and food.
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Never
smoke where food is prepared and served
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Do
not eat whilst you are handling food.
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Do
not cough or sneeze over food.
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| Ensure
that protective clothing covers own clothing, or any area which may come in
contact with food |
