Are there any guidelines for promoting safe food preparation for foods prepared or served outside of Food Services?
Yes, Guidelines (“MMSD Guidelines for Safe Food Handling, Parties and Celebrations at School”) were developed to support the Board policy. These guidelines give more specific information about foods prepared at home to be served at school. They apply to school and MSCR programs for the 2006-07 school year and are subject to revision annually. Additionally, the School Potluck Food Safety brochure provides information on safe food preparation, storage and serving. • Can schools still hold special events that involve food (pot lucks, food fairs, cultural nights)? Yes, foods for these events should be prepared observing the guidelines in the School Potluck Food Safety brochure. The foods shall NOT contain peanuts or nuts and shall indicate whether the item contains one of the other ingredients listed below that account for 90% of all food allergy reactions in children. These ingredients are milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, and soy. Any events that are open to the public or sell food are
