Prevention
Staphylococcal enteritis may be avoided by using proper hygiene and sanitation with food preparation. This includes thoroughly cooking all meats. If food is to be stored longer than two hours, keep hot foods hot (over 140°F) and cold foods cold (40°F or under). Ensure to refrigerate leftovers promptly and store cooked food in a wide, shallow container and refrigerate as soon as possible. Sanitation is very important. Keep kitchens and food-serving areas clean and sanitized. Finally, as most Staphylococcal food poisoning are the result of food handling, hand washing is critical. Food handlers should use hand sanitizers with alcohol or through hand washing with soap and water.
Tips for Hand Washing
1. Wash hands with warm, soapy water before and after handling raw foods
- a. First, wet your hands
- b. Add soap to your hands
- c. Rub both sides for at least 20 seconds
- d. Rinse thoroughly
- e. Air dry, or dry your hands with a clean towel or paper towel
2. Always wash your hands after using the toilet, after changing a baby’s diaper, after touching pets or other animals, and after sneezing or coughing
3. Properly dress or glove
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