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Milk is one of those products that you should pay special attention to when purchasing. It is essential to maintain proper handling through storage and consumption to reduce risk of illness. Ensure that you.... 🔷 Inspect the Packaging Carefully Check for any damage, leaks, or swelling in the packaging. Damaged containers can let in bacteria, compromising the milk’s safety. A careful inspection is your first line of defense. 🔷 Choose Pasteurized Milk Always choose pasteurized milk to reduce the risk of harmful bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria, which can thrive in raw milk. Pasteurization controls or limits these pathogens while preserving milk’s nutritional profile. 🔷 Store at the Right Temperature To minimize bacterial growth, store milk at 4°C (39°F) or lower. Place it in the coldest part of the fridge (usually near the back) instead of the door, where temperatures can vary significantly. Keeping milk consistently cold slows bacterial growth, extending its freshness. 🔷 Monitor Expiration Dates Check the expiration date to ensure you’ll use the milk before it spoils. Once opened, milk typically stays fresh for 5-7 days. Avoid drinking milk past its expiry, as bacterial counts can increase even if it’s been refrigerated. 🔷🔷 If using Powdered Milk Practice safe handling. Yes, powdered milk can pose some risks as well. Use clean utensils to prevent contamination, and always reseal containers after each use. Cross-contamination can occur if utensils or hands transfer bacteria from other surfaces to the milk. Safe handling practices reduce risks and ensures safe consumption, for you and your family. Happy Food Safety Friday! 🥛💙 #FoodSafetyFriday #MilkSafety #SafeHandling

🎯 Does your board really understand food safety governance? In today's complex food industry, effective board oversight of food safety isn't optional - it's essential for business survival and growth. Remember: effective food safety governance isn't about turning board members into technical experts. Instead, it's about ensuring they have the knowledge and tools needed to ask the right questions, understand key metrics, and provide meaningful oversight. Is your board equipped to: 🔸 Connect food safety to business strategy? 🔸 Evaluate critical performance indicators? 🔸 Guide crisis management effectively? Read our latest insights on why board-level food safety training matters and how it can strengthen your organization's resilience: https://lnkd.in/ePqAuWgy #FoodSafety #CorporateGovernance #BoardDevelopment #FoodIndustry #RiskManagement #TrinidadAndTobago

Your customers should be able to enjoy convenience without compromising their health and safety. Helping them, helps you - eroded customer trust can impair your business success. If you require support in enhancing your packaging, labeling and overall product quality or safety, get in touch with us today (https://lnkd.in/eRWY3EmJ). #foodSafety #foodie #fastfood #Convenience #foodquality #foodscience #trinidadandtobago

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 📣 Attention Food Business Owners & Operators. You don't need to do it all on your own. If you are feeling overwhelmed by compliance issues, training gaps, inconsistent quality or safety issues... you’re not alone! We get it, and we’re here to help. Contact us today to see how our personalized solutions can make a difference in your operations. Let’s work together to keep your business safe and thriving! 🙌 #FoodSafety #safeFood #QualityMatters #businessSupport #smallBusiness #trinidadAndTobago #caribbean

Food businesses offering delivery services must prioritize essential food safety practices to ensure customers receive safe and fresh meals. Maintaining cleanliness, controlling temperatures, and using secure packaging are key steps necessary to deliver safe food and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses. 🛵🚘🚚🥧🍗🍖🍣 1️⃣. Proper Packaging Techniques Use clean, durable, and leak-proof Food-Grade Containers. Ensure containers are secure and tightly sealed to prevent spills. Label containers clearly with contents, allergens, and handling instructions. 2️⃣. Temperature Control Utilize insulated bags or coolers to maintain safe temperatures. Use thermometers to ensure food stays within safe temperature ranges. Include ice packs to keep cold foods chilled. 3️⃣. Vehicle Considerations Regularly clean and sanitize vehicles to prevent contamination. Ensure items are securely loaded to prevent shifting. 4️⃣. Employee Training and Hygiene Train employees on safe food handling and hygiene practices. Food should always be protected from Physical Contamination like dirt, pests, and foreign objects during transport. 5️⃣. Delivery Practices Plan routes to minimize delays and ensure quick timely delivery. Keep customers informed about delivery times and food handling. Encourage customers to inspect food for quality upon arrival. Both businesses and consumers play important roles in safeguarding food during delivery. #FoodSafetyFriday #FoodDeliveryServices #Quality #Food

Are You Concerned About Food Safety? 🤔 Contact us today to get the support you need to ensure your business meets the highest standards! Reputation is important - let our expert team help you to safeguard yours and keep your customers safe. #foodSafety #qualityControl #safeFood #trinidadandtobago

Ensuring food safety starts with informed shopping practices. 🛒 It’s extremely important that consumers are able to recognize the signs of unsafe products. Businesses, you too need this awareness as you have a role to play in protecting public health. Remember, food safety is a shared responsibility - if you have concerns or need expert advice, our team is here to support you. 🙌 #FoodSafety #ConsumerEducation #safeFood #riskManagement #trinidadAndTobago #linkedinTT

This World Food Day 2024, under the theme "Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future," we are reminded of the fundamental right of every individual regardless of location or circumstance to access safe and nutritious food. Food is essential not just for survival but for leading a healthy, active, and fulfilling life. For us in the Caribbean, this message holds even greater significance. As island nations heavily dependent on imported food and vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, we face unique challenges. Climate-related disruptions such as hurricanes, floods, and droughts frequently threaten our agricultural output and food security. As small island states, we need to prioritize sustainable farming practices that protect our natural resources and enable us to feed our people. This means building resilient local food systems that can withstand the impacts of climate change and reduce our reliance on imports. At Principal Food Safety Ltd., we wholeheartedly support this message. We believe that access to safe and nutritious food is a basic right, and we are committed to helping food businesses through-out the region adopt the best practices needed to provide the highest quality products to consumers. By prioritizing food safety and quality, we help ensure a better life and future for all. 🌱🥗🍞 Let’s continue to work together to make food security a reality for everyone, ensuring a better life and a better future! 💪🌱 FAO, CARICOM: Caribbean Community #WorldFoodDay2024 #RightToFood #CaribbeanFoodSecurity #SustainableFarming #FoodSafety #Resilience #PrincipalFoodSafety

🦠🦠Biofilms are a contamination risk! These are bacteria havens which have developed a protective, slimy layer making them resistant to standard cleaning and sanitation methods. Biofilms can grow on various surfaces in food processing environments, including stainless steel, plastic, and rubber, creating the ideal environment for pathogens like Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli.🦠🦠 Why Are Biofilms A Threat? ⭕Biofilms can form on food processing equipment, cutting boards, utensils, and food surfaces. Even after routine cleaning, bacteria may survive and spread, contaminating food and putting consumers at risk. ⭕Biofilms are tougher to remove. Standard cleaning methods may only address surface-level dirt and are unable to penetrate the protective layer. ⭕Biofilms are responsible for many foodborne illness outbreaks. In fact, pathogens living in biofilms have been linked to serious food recalls involving products like ready-to-eat meats and dairy. Preventing Biofilms: ✅Surfaces and equipment must undergo regular deep cleaning to remove biofilms. Specialized cleaners and enzymatic agents can help break down the biofilm matrix. ✅Use biofilm-targeted disinfectants, and ensure they reach all cracks, crevices, and hard-to-reach areas. This prevents biofilms from forming in hidden spots. ✅Educate your staff on biofilm risks and the importance of thorough cleaning, especially in food preparation and processing areas. ✅Conduct regular inspections of your facility to identify and address any potential biofilm formation sites before they become a serious problem. Keeping biofilms at bay is essential to ensuring a safe food environment. Proper cleaning and sanitation can break down these barriers and keep food safe for everyone. #FoodSafetyFriday #BiofilmPrevention #FoodSafetyCulture #CleanToProtect #ListeriaControl