Task the pupils to complete the Food poisoning worksheet. To explain how bacterial multiplication occurs along with ways to prevent it, show the Food poisoning presentation. However, bacterial contamination is the most common cause of food poisoning.

Food poisoning can be caused by bacterial, physical or chemical contamination of food and equipment.As an introduction to food hygiene and safety, show the Food Standard Agency’s Bacteria Bites Business video which demonstrates the importance of good food hygiene, focusing on the 4 Cs (Cleaning, Cooking, Chilling and Cross-contamination).