The HOme of Fridge Factor

Signing up for Fridge Factor?

Begin Your

Fridge Factor Journey

First, fill out this initial survey by clicking the Start Here! button. Then pick up your supplies:

When: 10 am to 2 pm between February 16 and 18
Where: Hill Library Lobby

Mark your calendar. We can't wait to work with you!

Start Here!

What data are you submitting?

Refrigerator Temperature

Use this link to record the temperature reading from the thermometer in your refrigerator each day.

Food Disposal

Use this link to record any food disposed of during the study.

Health

Use this link at the end of each week to record health data related to foodborne illness.

Informational materials

Food Safety Tips

Results

The Fridge Factor project associated with the Pack Science Challenge has closed. Check out the results from our NC State University student community.

Some take aways are:

Check your refrigerator temperature. It should be below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Use age of the food, appearance, and smell to determine if food should be thrown out.
Do not keep leftovers for more than 3-4 days. (USDA and CDC)
Maintain proper refrigeration storage temperatures to extend shelf-life of food.
Refrigerate left over food within 2 hours.

Fridge Factor - Introduction Video.mp4

Welcome video

Fridge Factor - Instruction Video.mp4

How and where to place the thermometer in your refrigerator

Fridge Factor Schedule

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