Myth: If my food is delivered while I’m at work, I can just put it in the refrigerator when I get home.
Fact: If your perishable food has been left out for more than two hours, throw it away immediately to reduce the risk of food poisoning. Bacteria can multiply rapidly if food is kept in the “danger zone” between 40°F and 140°F for more than two hours. Refrigerate perishable food within two hours (or one hour if exposed to temperatures above 90°F).
In honor of #WorldFoodSafetyDay — and every day — protect your loved ones by practicing safe food handling at home.
Start with the basics: wash your hands with soap and water before cooking.
Learn more: fightbac.org
