FOOD SAFETY AWARENESS PROGRAMME IN ST CLARE SCHOOL, AKULUTO
St Clare had the opportunity to have Food safety Awareness programme on
Monday, 27th May 2024 conducted by Food safety wing Mokokchung Zone
belonging to food safety and standard authority of India. The resource
persons for the presentations were Ms Sauvik Das and Mr Vinod Patel of FSSAI
empanelled Agency, Merenlenla Ao Designated Officer of Food Safety and
Sukumlo Yangthan, Food Safety Officer of Mokokchung Zone. In their address
to the students they said that access to enough safe and nutritious food is
key to sustaining life and promoting good health. Unsafe food containing
harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances can cause more
than 200 different diseases, ranging from diarrhoea to cancers. Food safety
awareness plays a crucial role in safeguarding public health and preventing
foodborne illnesses. It involves educating individuals and communities about
the proper handling, preparation, and storage of food to avoid contamination
and the spread of harmful bacteria and pathogens. By raising awareness about
food safety, people become more conscious of potential risks associated with
consuming unsafe food.
Basic food safety practices, such as washing hands before handling food,
cooking meat thoroughly, avoiding cross-contamination between raw and cooked
foods, and refrigerating perishables promptly, are essential to prevent
foodborne diseases. Additionally, being aware of expiration dates and
inspecting the quality of food products before consumption can further
reduce health risks.
Food safety awareness extends beyond individual responsibility to encompass
the food industry, where regular inspections, adherence to hygiene
standards, and proper labeling contribute to consumer protection. Public
health campaigns, educational programs, and information dissemination
through various channels, including media and online resources, play a vital
role in promoting food safety awareness among the general public.
