Knowing how to store food and at what temperature is critical to your food safety success! But did you know that the freshest and newest food products are usually stored behind older products approaching their shelf life? Shh....as a consumer we want to give you a secret tip: If you want to ensure the food you buy is the freshest, grab from the back of the storage unit/shelf. Food producers comply with the "first-in-first-out rule" which helps them get rid of food approaching its expiry date first. Some additional storage tips include:

• Store all food, food-contact equipment, and utensils on shelves and pallets at least 15cm/6 inches off the ground, to protect from contamination and encourage cleaning

• Stock all temperature controlled units with accurate and easy-to-read thermometers

• Ensure all food is dated and stored according to best before dates.

• Avoid over-stocking food items. Stock and use foods according to the first-in-first-out rule (FIFO)

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