Municipality Ministry shares food safety, waste and sustainability tips ahead of new school year
<p>Doha, Qatar: With the start of the new academic year fast approaching, the Ministry of Municipality has shared a set of guidelines aimed at promoting a safe, healthy and sustainable school environment for students.</p> <p>The Ministry advised students and families to follow safe and healthy food preparation practices when preparing meals for school, including:</p> <p>- Store food safely and…
As the new academic year draws near in Doha, Qatar, the Ministry of Municipality has issued a series of recommendations designed to foster a safe, healthy, and environmentally friendly school setting for pupils. The agency suggested various practices for students and their families to adopt in preparing and consuming meals at school.
To ensure food safety, the Ministry recommended storing food appropriately and selecting items that can endure warmer temperatures. It was advised to prepare meals in the morning instead of the preceding evening and to utilize a clean, safe lunch container. Reducing water usage was also emphasized by employing a reusable water bottle.
A diverse mix of fruits, vegetables, protein sources, and whole grains were suggested to comprise school meals. Additionally, the Ministry stressed the importance of portion control to minimize food waste.
Proper disposal of food and waste was another key aspect highlighted by the Ministry. Pupils were instructed to place recyclable materials, including paper, plastic, glass, and metal cans, into the designated blue bins. Organic waste should not be mixed with recyclables. General waste was to be placed in the grey bin. The agency encouraged sorting waste at the source to maintain a clean and sustainable school environment.
In promoting sustainability, the Ministry urged students to engage in various eco-friendly activities. These included planting trees and seedlings within and around the school premises, caring for plants by providing them with an appropriate amount of water, protecting green spaces and planting beds, and preventing damage to the vegetation. Additionally, students were asked to help keep the soil and surroundings of plants clean and free from waste.
The Ministry further underscored its commitment to maintaining a secure school environment by conducting routine inspections of food served in school canteens. These inspections aimed to detect any violations and mitigate potential health hazards. Inspectors verified that the food offered in school canteens was safe and appropriate for consumption.
They also observed the cleanliness of food preparation, storage, and preservation areas, and confirmed adherence to health requirements and general hygiene standards within school facilities.
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