Hygiene

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Germs on food can be swallowed and cause illness. To protect food from germs:

• keep food preparation surfaces clean
• keep knives, cooking utensils, pots and plates clean and covered
• wash cloths used to clean dishes or pans thoroughly every day and dry them in the sun. Wash plates, utensils and pans immediately after eating and put them on a rack to dry
• keep food in clean, covered containers to protect it from insects and animals
• do not use feeding bottles or teats, because they may contain germs that cause diarrhoea. Breastfeed, or feed children from a clean, open cup. If bottles/teats are used, clean them after each use with boiling water.