store each item of frozen food for the period shown against the 4
star rating�
FREEZING FRESH FOOD
• Ensure that your freezing operations are carried out under the
most hygienic conditions as freezing alone does not improve
the food�
• Never put hot or even warm foodstuffs into the freezer�
• Prior to freezing the food, food should always be covered
tightly with foil, plastic film, placed in plastic bags or stored
in airtight containers� This will prevent food from dehydrating
and to prevent any strong odors of some foods transferring to
milder ones�
• To freeze raw meat, wrap in plastic bags or in airtight
containers and place on the lowest shelf to avoid cross
contamination�
• Do not allow raw meat to come into contact with cooked
foods� Fruit and vegetables should be thoroughly cleaned and
placed in the crisper�
• Milk and other liquids should be sealed with lids and placed in
the bottle shelf in the door�
NOTE:
The ambient temperature of the freshly stored food and
how often the door is opened affect the temperature in the
refrigerator� If required, change the thermostat temperature
settings�
STORING FROZEN FOOD
• All frozen food you purchase should be placed in the freezer as
soon as possible to avoid them from defrosting and spoiling�
• All storage recommendations printed on the packaging of
frozen food by the manufacturer should always be followed�
• When using the freezer for the first time or after defrosting, set
the thermostat knob to the maximum position for at least 2
hours before introducing food to be stored, and then readjust
it to the normal position�
STORING FOOD IN FRIDGE
Cool area
This is where to store foods which will keep longer if they are kept
cool� Milk, eggs, yogurt, fruit juices, hard cheeses e�g� Cheddar�
Opened jars and bottles of salad dressings, sauces and jams� fats,
e�g� Butter, margarine, cooking fats and lard�
Coldest area: 0°C to 5°C
This is where foods which must be cold to keep them safe should
be kept:
– Raw and uncooked foods should always be wrapped�
– Pre-cooked chilled foods, e�g� Ready meals, meat pies, soft
cheeses�
– Pre-cooked meats e�g� Ham,
– Prepared salads (including pre-packed mixed green salads,
rice, potato salad etc�)�
– Desserts, e�g� Fromage frais, home-prepared food or cream
cakes�
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