Important Rules for Food Handlers - Grey Bruce Health Unit

H ealth & Environment Facts
Premises
Dispose of waste food tidily. Keep garbage bins covered.
Do not permit animals to enter kitchen or storage areas.
Report any signs of pests (rats, mice, cockroaches) to your employer.
Follow your employer's cleaning schedules to keep premises and equipment
clean, bright and safe.
Dishes, utensils, equipment and food can be easily contaminated by employees hands and
clothing unless a high standard of personal hygiene is maintained.
Always think clean!
The cleanliness, health and habits of food handlers are important because people often
carry germs, which are easily spread through food. These germs are often present on our
hands, face, hair, noses and in our mouths and bowels. Even the healthiest person may be
carrying germs without being sick. Personal hygiene is important. Remember and
practice the following.
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Provided courtesy of Health Protection, Grey Bruce Health Unit
Offices: Owen Sound - 519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456
Walkerton - 519-881-1920 or 1-800-821-7714