Hand Washing Techniques for Food Safety for Schools

Each year food contamination leads to millions of illnesses and thousands of deaths. Salmonella poisoning, E. coli, Listeria, Hepatitis, and Norovirus can all be contracted by poor hand hygiene and can have potentially deadly consequences. Knowing proper hand hygiene food safety techniques, the routes of hand contamination, the importance of the time spent washing the hands, and the difference between soaps and sanitizers will help keep you and your co-workers safe from the many foodborne illnesses that surround us.

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Hand Washing Techniques for Food Safety for Schools
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Each year food contamination leads to millions of illnesses and thousands of deaths. Salmonella poisoning, E. coli, Listeria, Hepatitis, and Norovirus can all be contracted by poor hand hygiene and can have potentially deadly consequences. Knowing proper hand hygiene food safety techniques, the routes of hand contamination, the importance of the time spent washing the hands, and the difference between soaps and sanitizers will help keep you and your co-workers safe from the many foodborne illnesses that surround us.

Duration: 12 minutes

Language: EN

Author | Denise Rutledge

Denise's passion for food safety was sparked during her time managing a summer camp kitchen, where a few simple changes—dramatically reduced staff illness caused by foodborne pathogens. This pivotal moment underscored the real-world impact of proper food handling. Her commitment deepened after completing an advanced food safety course in British Columbia, where she was introduced to stricter standards than those in the U.S. These high standards became the foundation of her approach to food safety, which she has maintained throughout her career. With extensive experience across food service environments—including state prison kitchens, bakeries, and as a personal chef—Denise has also trained volunteers to safely prepare meals for the homeless, making her a trusted resource in delivering safe, quality food across varied settings.

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