Equipment
Vacuum Packaging
Reduced Oxygen Packaging (ROP) of meats and food may offer some benefits to retail food establishments. However, it is important to understand the food safety concerns and know the regulations tied to this type of packaging. This fact sheet explains the type of packaging and food safety concerns and how to mitigate them.
- Vacuum and Reduced Oxygen Packaging - K-State Research and Extension
- Should I Vacuum Package Food at Home? - National Center for Home Food Preservation
Appliances
Many kitchen appliances are available to make food preparation easier, faster and more convenient. Knowing how to use these appliances properly and safely can help you prepare safe meals for you and your family.
- Electric Pressure Cookers - Iowa State University Extension
- Tips for Cleaning Electric Pressure Cookers - Iowa State University Extension
- Fast Facts for Fast Heating: The Microwave Oven
- Microwave Ovens and Food Safety - USDA
- Refrigeration and Food Safety - USDA
- Slow Cookers and Food Safety - USDA
Kitchen Surfaces
- Where Germs Lurk - NSF International
- Radon in Granite Countertops - K-State Research & Extension
Thermometers
- Thermometer Calibration Guide (Poster) - K-State Research & Extension
- Kitchen Thermometers - USDA
- Appliance Thermometers - USDA
- How Temperatures Affect Food - USDA
- Doneness Versus Safety - USDA
- Safe Minimum Cooking Temperatures - Foodsafety.gov
