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. 2021 Jun 14;9(8):4287–4297. doi: 10.1002/fsn3.2399

TABLE 4.

Partial practice scores of university students about food hygiene and safety (n = 535)

Practice Items Percentage%

Frequency

(N = 535)

I will ensure to use a washed chopping boards/ knifes 89 476
I will ensure to wash my hands before touching food 74 396
I will ensure not to use food from damaged packages 75 401
I will ensure food is well cooked 84 449
I will ensure to check the expiry date of food items before use 85 456
I will clean the kitchen counter and utensils after food preparation 72 385
I would prepare food while having wounds bruises or injuries 84 449
I will store raw food away from the cooked food 70 374
Hardly do I use expired food 76 406
Hardly do I store leftover foods in the refrigerator 56 300
Hardly do I check the cleanliness of utensils before cooking 69 369
Hardly do I wash dishes with warm water 69 369
Hardly do I remove watches, rings, and jewelry before cooking 64 342