Change in Safe Food Handling Knowledge and Practices of 4-H Members

Authors

Patricia Hammerschmidt, Michigan State UniversityFollow
Sandra Andrews, Michigan State University and Grand Rapids Community College
Anne Murphy
June Youatt, Michigan State University

Volume

33

Issue

1

Abstract

To improve food handling knowledge and practices of children (ages 9-11), a multi-media curriculum was developed and tested by 4-H volunteer leaders. After using the lessons, members' knowledge improved significantly. However, change in related practices was not as great and puts youth at risk for illness. Nutrition education programs need to continue to provide information, support, and opportunities for youth to apply safe food handling practices to their daily eating situation.

Recommended Citation

Hammerschmidt, P., Andrews, S., Murphy, A., & Youatt, J. (1995). Change in Safe Food Handling Knowledge and Practices of 4-H Members. The Journal of Extension, 33(1), Article 10. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol33/iss1/10