FACTS

• Hand Hygiene Failures: Handling food without proper handwashing after contact with surfaces, waste, or bodily fluids can transfer harmful pathogens directly to ready-to-eat items.
• Cross-Contamination: Using the same utensils, gloves, or surfaces for raw and ready-to-eat foods can spread bacteria and allergens without visible signs.
• Improper Glove Use: Reusing gloves or failing to change them between tasks creates the same contamination risk as bare hands.
• Time and Temperature Abuse: Leaving food at unsafe temperatures during preparation or snack service allows rapid bacterial growth.
• Unclean Surfaces and Equipment: Food contact surfaces that are not properly cleaned and sanitized can harbor […]

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