What is food safety?

We are familiar with Road safety measures, workshop safety measures, school zone safety measures. How many of we are familiar with Food safety? And what is Food Safety?

Many people get sick each year from the food they eat. They may have diarrhea, vomiting, an upset stomach, fever, or cramps. They often think they have the flu, but the real problem is food borne illness caused by bacteria in the food or viruses transmitted to food eaten a few hours or several days ago. Food safety is a scientific approach preaching handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent foodborne illness. This includes a number of routines that should be followed to avoid potentially severe health hazards.

1. Who are at Risk?
2. Why for food safety?
2. How to handle food safety?