{"id":3635,"date":"2023-11-15T13:36:12","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T13:36:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coolrunningrental.co.uk\/?p=3635"},"modified":"2023-11-15T13:36:12","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T13:36:12","slug":"how-to-prevent-cross-contamination-in-a-fridge-van","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coolrunningrental.co.uk\/how-to-prevent-cross-contamination-in-a-fridge-van\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent Cross-Contamination in a Fridge Van"},"content":{"rendered":"

Foodborne illnesses can be extremely dangerous, and in some cases, fatal. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, food businesses now, more than ever, need to take every measure to ensure no cross-contamination between their products. Causing consequences for both consumers and companies, <\/span>refrigerated van<\/a><\/strong> owners must ensure the transportation of food and drink products is conducted following food hygiene regulations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This blog will explore what cross-contamination is and how to prevent it, along with advice on best practices for food delivery services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What is cross-contamination?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Cross-contamination refers to the transfer of harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria and viruses from one food product or surface to another. These pathogens can result in illness if the contaminated food is consumed, causing <\/span>2.4 million cases of disease every year in the UK, and costing society around \u00a39.1 billion<\/a><\/strong>. Some of the most common foodborne pathogens include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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