WEEK #4: Food Safety at Lunch Time Tips for Keeping Lunch Safe: 1. Always wash hands before preparing or eating lunch. This is the one of best ways to prevent food spoilage and contamination.2. Keep cold foods cold. 3. Keep hot foods hot. 4. Clean all lunch boxes, thermal bags, plastic utensils and containers in hot soapy water. DO NOT re-use plastic wrapping and bags. 5. Wash all fruits and veggies under cold running water. For more on keeping lunches safe visit: http://asd-n.nbed.nb.ca/healthy-lunches-healthy-learners.