Practicing food hygiene involves the following key steps: Keep clean: Proper handwashing, cleaning utensils, and maintaining a clean food preparation area. Separate raw and cooked foods: Prevent cross-contamination by keeping raw meats separate from ready-to-eat foods. Cook thoroughly: Ensure that food is cooked to safe temperatures to kill harmful bacteria. Keep food at safe temperatures: Store perishable foods in the refrigerator and avoid leaving them at room temperature for too long. Use safe water and raw materials: Ensure that water and ingredients used in food preparation are safe and uncontaminated. HOW TO WASH YOUR HANDS. Follow the five steps for effective handwashing to help prevent the spread of germs and keep you and others healthy. Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the faucet, and apply soap. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between...