Safety in Meal Prep, Food Handling

Meal Preparation
This program teaches you how to safely prepare meals that meet the needs and preferences of the person you care for. Meal prep isn’t just about cooking—it includes:

➤ Planning
➤ Shopping
➤ Cooking
➤ Reheating
➤ Storing
➤ Cleaning

You’ll also learn how to think ahead about what the person needs, including:
▶ Their food preferences
▶ Any allergies
▶ Dietary restrictions (like low-salt or diabetic diets)
▶ What kind of help or setup they need to eat safely

Food handling and safety are a big part of this training. You’ll learn how to keep food fresh, clean, and safe to eat—because a healthy meal starts with safe preparation.