Food Safety
All foods need to be handled and stored safely to avoid the growth of harmful bacteria which can cause food poisoning. The number of cases of food poisoning in Northern Ireland has risen dramatically over recent years, with many being traced back to food which was prepared in the home. This section will examine the areas of purchase, storage and cooking food to ensure its safety.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The key learning objectives for this section are that you will
Understand how and why food that you buy should be labelled
Learn how bacteria can survive and how food should be stored to reduce the chance of food poisoning
Understand basic cooking practices to reduce food poisoning risks.
There are a number of steps you can take in order to ensure that you purchase, store and cook food safely.
Livestock & Meat Commision for N. Ireland © 2010
