A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Food Safety and Hygiene Training on Food Handlers.

ABSTRACT: Foodborne diseases are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Studies have shown that the knowledge, attitude, and practices of food handlers are important factors in preventing foodborne illness. The purpose of this research is to assess the effects of training interventions on knowledge, attitude, and practice on food safety and hygiene among food handlers at different stages of the food supply chain. To this end, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis with close adherence to the PRISMA guidelines. We searched for training interventions among food handlers in five databases. Randomized control trials (RCT), quasi-RCTs, controlled before-after, and nonrandomized designs, including pre-post studies, were analyzed to allow a more comprehensive assessment. The

SUBMITTER: Insfran-Rivarola A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7555000 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature