Keep your food safe Healthy Tip I 46 Prevent food-borne diseases. Follow a few simple tips to stay safe and healthy. Don’t leave food out at room temperature for more than two hours. Wash hands, surfaces, instruments and kitchen drying towels often. Use one cutting board for raw meat, chicken and seafood and another for vegetables and other ready-to-eat foods. Don’t cross-contaminate. Thaw meats in the refrigerator in a container or on a plate, so juices do not drip on other foods. Don’t leave meats out on the counter to thaw. Cook foods to proper temperatures. Beef should be cooked to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a meat thermometer to ensure temperature. Find tools, tips, recipes for healthy living & more at kp.org/healthyworkforce