What is the first WHO food hygiene principle?

Prevent contaminating food with pathogens from people, pets, and pests.

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  1. Separate raw and cooked foods
  2. Prevent contaminating food with pathogens from people, pets, and pests ✔
  3. Store food at the proper temperature

Why: The WHO's first key principle is preventing contamination of food by pathogens from people, pets, and pests.

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Answer: Prevent contaminating food with pathogens from people, pets, and pests. The WHO's first key principle is preventing contamination of food by pathogens from people, pets, and pests.

  1. Food safety en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Food_safety
    Prevent contaminating food with pathogens spreading from people, pets, and pests
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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