What should a food handler use to cover cuts? completely cover all cuts and wounds with a wound strip or bandage (brightly coloured waterproof bandages are recommended) wear disposable gloves over the top of the wound strip if you have wounds on your hands. change disposable gloves regularly. advise your supervisor if you feel unwell, […]

Where does our food come from? Concepts: Our food comes from plants. (Even animals that have been killed for meat have eaten plants, or have eaten animals that have eaten plants). Our food comes from lots of different plant parts. These parts were essential to the plants when they were alive. What percentage of Australian […]

What three practices are recommended to Minimise the risk of food spoilage? What practices are in place to minimise the risk of food spoilage ? All frozen and fresh foods must be immediately stored in the fridge or freezer. Foods are stored to prevent contamination and are rotated according to date labels or by delivery […]

Why is organic food better than regular food? Organic food may contain more antioxidants and nutrients than regular food , although the evidence is mixed. Consuming organic food may also reduce your exposure to artificial chemicals, hormones and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. However, it often costs more and may spoil faster. Why organic food is better than […]

Is it possible to grow all your own food? As any of the millions of subsistence farmers and smallholders around the world will tell you, depending on the quality of your land and the size of your family, you can grow all the food you need in a very small space. What food can I […]