Question

"when storing raw meat and poultry in a cooler, they should be stored _______ other foods."

Answer 1

It is advisable that raw meat and poultry should be in sealed and tight containers because this will prevent them from being scattered or cause any drippings as they are being stored in the fridge to prevent them from being contaminated as well as other foods that are being stored in the the fridge. This will also help them to avoid being mixed or in contact with the other foods that are also being placed in the fridge.

Answer 2

"When storing raw meat and poultry in a cooler, they should be stored below other foods."

Raw meat and poultry are classified as high risk foods; foods that allow easy growth and multiplication of bacteria. When storing raw meat and poultry in a cooler, they should be stored separately and below other foods. If raw meat and poultry are stored together with other foods in a cooler, liquid from the raw meat which may contain bacteria can contaminate the other foods and it can result in food borne illnesses.