Staphylococcus aureus bacteria
can get into a cut, scrape or wound.
Staphylococcus aureus is a bacteria that many people can carry on their skin, in their nose or in their saliva without getting sick. The staphylococcus aureus also can form on raw or cooked food if it is not handled properly. This bacteria can cause staph infections if it gets into an area where there is broken punctured or broken skin, and food poisoning if it grows on food. Staph bacteria can be spread through the air, from person to person, from contaminated surfaces or in food.
Instructions
1. Wash hands often with an antibacterial soap and warm water. Be sure to scrub hands with soap for at least 10 seconds and rinse well.
2. Shower daily and wash skin with mild soap and water. Gently scrub scalp while washing hair. Use a clean towel to dry your body and hair.
3. Clean hands well before preparing food or use gloves when handling food in order to prevent staphylococcus bacteria from getting transmitted to the food people are going to eat.
4. Do not mishandle raw or cooked foods. Always refrigerate foods before serving and make sure cooked food is cooked thoroughly; never undercook. Do not allow food to sit out too long. The temperature at which bacteria will grow is between 40 degrees F and 140 degrees Fahrenheit, so keep the food colder than 40 degrees or warmer than 140 degrees.
5. Sterilize and clean utensils and food containers before using them to serve or store food.
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