Good Hygiene Practices

Good hygiene practices for people handling food.

Always wash your hands thoroughly for at least 1 minute with warm water and soap after:

• Handling raw meat and poultry;
• A break;
• Using the toilet;
• Handling rubbish;
• Before starting work;
• Smoking, eating and drinking;
• Touching your face, nose or hair.
• Thoroughly dry your hands after you have washed them.

Good hygiene practices in the work place:

• Do not handle any food if you are suffering from vomiting or diarrhoea, inform your employer immediately;
• Inform your employer if anyone in your household is suffering form similar symptoms;
• Refrain from eating, chewing gum, spiting and smoking whilst your are handling food;
• Use brightly coloured waterproof plasters if you have any cuts or grazes.