Al Hamriyah Municipality holds “Food Handling Techniques” session

October 06, 2025 / 12:25 PM

Sharjah24: In line with Al Hamriyah Municipality's strategic plan and as part of its annual awareness and educational programmes, the municipality, via its Public Health Department, organised a workshop titled "Food Handling Techniques." This workshop targeted 50 female students from schools in the Al Hamriyah area and forms part of a series of specialised events launched to raise awareness among various segments of society and promote a culture of health and food safety.

Objectives and focus areas

The workshop aimed to enhance students' understanding of methods for preserving various types of food, including ready-to-eat, refrigerated, frozen, and dried items. It emphasised the importance of maintaining appropriate temperatures and adhering to correct storage conditions for each food type. The workshop also covered proper practices for handling meals to prevent foodborne illnesses, highlighted the risks associated with unsafe foods and their direct impact on students' health, and introduced participants to recommended food quantities, serving temperatures, meal timings, and allergenic foods.

Promoting health awareness among students

Alya Al Shamsi from the municipality's Public Health Department confirmed that the workshop is part of the department's efforts to raise health awareness among community groups, especially school pupils. Through lectures and interactive sessions, the department aims to promote food safety concepts among the younger generation.

Active participation and practical activities

She observed that the workshop met its objectives, with strong engagement from the participating students, who asked numerous questions and shared their experiences about handling food at school and at home. Practical activities were also conducted to demonstrate proper food storage temperatures and methods for ensuring food safety before consumption, thereby enhancing the students' practical understanding of the theoretical concepts discussed.

Commitment to public health and quality of life

His Excellency Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, praised the efforts of the municipal teams and their role in implementing awareness and educational programmes in cooperation with schools, institutions, and government departments in the Al Hamriyah area. He emphasised the municipality's commitment to continuing its initiatives aimed at enhancing quality of life, sustaining public health, and promoting a culture of food awareness in line with the highest standards in food safety and public health.