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Post Copy #1
Don’t let uninvited guests ruin your party. Whether it’s a pool party, BBQ, or graduation celebration, don’t let foodborne illness tag along.
1️⃣ Thaw and marinate food in a refrigerator
2️⃣ Cook food to a safe internal temperature
3️⃣ Store cooked food in a hot holding area (like an insulated container)
#FoodSafetyFriday
Post Copy #2
It’s a great day for a picnic! Make sure when filling your basket that you keep the food cold with ice packs. And don’t let food sit out for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if the temperatures are higher than 90 degrees. https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/handling-food-safely-while-eating-outdoors #FoodSafetyFriday
Post Copy #3
Who doesn’t love a Farmer’s Market? Fresh produce, friendly people, and delicious baked goods. While you browse, make sure to follow these food safety tips from the Department of Agriculture: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2021/10/29/farmers-market-food-safety-tips #FoodSafetyFriday
Post Copy #4
Don’t cross-contaminate!
? Wash fresh produce before cutting
? Use clean utensils & wash/sanitize in between use.
? Store raw meat on the bottom shelf to avoid meat juices dripping on other food
? Wash your hands before, during, and after handling food.
#FoodSafetyFriday
Post Copy #5
Time to get the grill going! Prevent fires and foodborne illness by following these tips for grill safety and meal prepping: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/news/summer-injury-and-illness-prevention/food-safety/ #FoodSafetyFriday
Post Copy #6
It’s time to send the kiddos back to school. Follow these food safety tips to pack a safe lunch for them: https://www.foodsafety.gov/blog/get-food-safety-school-year. And don’t forget the note! #FoodSafetyFriday
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