Don't pack the refrigerator. Cool air must circulate to keep food safe. Dining out and taking out Consumers can protect themselves by carefully choosing which restaurant to patronize. Restaurants are inspected by local health department to make sure they are clean and have adequate kitchen facilities. Check the restaurant's health inspection record.
Many restaurants post the score in the restaurant.
Report suspected food-borne illnesses to the local health department. The local public health department is an important part of the food safety system. Be aware of the foods you order. Order foods cooked a specific way. Ask for hamburger to be cooked to a temperature of 160 degrees F. and send it back if it is still pink in the middle.