What is Containment in Food Safety and Production?
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An estimated 600 million people worldwide fall ill each year from eating contaminated food, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In food safety, the term "containment" refers to the practice of keeping food and its potential contaminants separated, ensuring the product remains safe, fresh, and free from harm from its point of origin to consumption. It is a critical, multi-faceted process that spans the entire food supply chain, from manufacturing and packaging to storage and handling in the home.