Food Safety - protect your food and yourself

Food poisoning is more common in warm weather. Bacteria thrive in a warm environment, so food should be kept chilled and covered.

The New Zealand Food Safety Authority through its Foodsmart website offers people guidelines on food handling in the home urging people to clean, cook, cover and chill to avoid food-borne illness.

Familydoctor.co.nz has lots of information on food poisoning and tips for treatment.

Food hygiene and food poisoning resources

Our online resources

• Outdoor eating ideas and advice on preparing outdoor meals.
• Visit Christchurch City Council’s online resource on food poisoning.

Internet Gateway links

• The New Zealand Food Safety Authority pages on keeping food safe this summer and barbecue food safety.
• Independent statutory agency Food Standards Australia New Zealand has a PDF on food safety

Browse the resources in our libraries

• Search the library catalogue for safe food handling or food poisoning