Food safety
Cook eggs until the yolk is firm
For routine household cooking, cook eggs thoroughly until both white and yolk are firm; ask the employer about any specific meal requirement.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-22
Why it matters
Undercooked eggs may contain harmful microorganisms.
Wrong action
Unsafe: Making runny eggs the default for everyone in the household.
Correct action
For routine household cooking, cook eggs thoroughly until both white and yolk are firm; ask the employer about any specific meal requirement.
What to do
- Check the area, equipment, and household arrangement before starting.
- For routine household cooking, cook eggs thoroughly until both white and yolk are firm; ask the employer about any specific meal requirement.
- Stop and tell the employer if the situation is unsafe or unclear.
If something happens
For serious injury, unconsciousness, breathing difficulty, or immediate danger, call 999 and keep yourself safe first.
Sources and review
- Centre for Food Safety — Five Keys Reminder
Last reviewed: 2026-08-22
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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