Food Hygiene on Camp

Food Preparation 1

• Make sure that any utensils you use are clean; wash them before and after you use them

• Remove all food scraps immediately – do not leave them around

• Cover all food at all times

Food Preparation 2

• Use different chopping boards/plates for different types of food

• Put all implements on plates when not using them

• Make sure that the food you are cooking has been stored correctly – unless it is sealed it should not be stored on the ground

Personal Hygiene

• Always wash your hands before touching food (whether preparing or eating it)

• Always wash your hands after going to the toilet

• Do not do any cooking if you have any cuts or you have a cold

Other

• Any food left unsealed in any way could attract animals etc. These animals can carry germs that make you ill.

• Keep cleaning items (like soap) separate from food

• Do not use dirty tea towels

Question 1

• When should cooking implements be cleaned?

• Before and after use

Question 2

• Why should food not be left lying around?

• Because animals will get attracted to the site and have a go at the stores.

Question 3

• What should you do with cleaning items?

• Keep them separate from food

Question 4

• Food should be ____ at all times• covered

Question 5

• If you have a _____ or any ______ you should not ____

• Cold, cuts, cook