Nutrition and HIV/AIDS: A Training Manual - Linkages Project

HANDOUT 3.2 Safe Food Handling PracticesStudents can use this handout when role-playing to counsel clients on safe foodhandling practices.Wash hands thoroughly before preparing,handling, and eating food and after usingthe toilet or changing diapers or nappiesKeep food covered and stored away frominsects, flies, rodents, and other animalsWash and keep food preparation surfaces,utensils, and dishes cleanUse safe (boiled or bottled) water fordrinking, cooking, and cleaning dishes andutensilsWash all fruit and vegetables with cleanwater before eating, cooking, or servingDo not eat moldy, spoiled, or rotten foodAvoid letting raw food come into contactwith cooked foodDo not eat raw eggs or foods that contain raweggsEnsure all food is cooked thoroughly,especially meats and chickenServe all food immediately after preparation,especially if it cannot be kept hotAvoid storing cooked food unless you haveaccess to a refrigeratorDo not use bottles with teats to feed infants;use a cup instead61