Category Archives: Food Safety

Giving Out Gold Stars for Food Safety

In Kindergarten, many teachers use simple rewards like giving out gold stars as a way to reward and acknowledge when students do the right thing or do a good job.  This month, if we were giving out gold stars for … Continue reading

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6 Food Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

Food is one of the most important and memorable parts of many holiday traditions.  The smell of a favorite dish can instantly bring back cherished childhood memories.  While every cook wants to create a memorable meal, we all want it … Continue reading

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It’s National Clean Out the Refrigerator Day!

Celebrate National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day on November 15th and get your fridge ready for all of the Thanksgiving leftovers.

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Prevent Kitchen Fires: 5 Simple Tips

According to the National Fire Protection Association, every year, there are more than 300,000 house fires in the U.S., which means a house fire occurs about every minute and a half.  House fires kill thousands of people each year, do … Continue reading

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Agritourism Website Focuses on Safety

With the growing popularity of taking the family to visit corn mazes, pumpkin patches and other agricultural attractions, it’s increasingly important for agritourism farmers to keep visitors safe. A new, interactive Web guide to help farmers improve safety is available … Continue reading

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