Assorted Topics

November 17, 2015

Topics For Today

1. CAP Safety Newsletter2. Food “Expiration” Dates3. Useful Phone Numbers for the Road4. Public Event Seating Location Review5. Guest Speaker … Danny Graham

But First….

Wally Kee1958

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Is “Expired” Food Safe to Eat?Confusion over date labels leads Americans to toss groceries that are still good

‘Sell by.’ This is the date by which manufacturers suggest that retailers remove the product from shelves. The goal is to ensure quality for a period of time after you buy it.

‘Best by’ and ‘use by.’ Those terms tell you when to eat (or freeze) a product for the best quality

How are the dates determined? In most cases, manufacturers decide on dates based on their own product testing.In many cases, dates are conservative, and if you go beyond them, you may not notice any difference in quality, especially if the date has recently passed.

Food may not be at its peak after those dates, but staleness and color change are quality problems, not safety concerns.

Food on a shelf—or even in a fridge—past the date on the package is fine to eat. “Expired Food" doesn’t have to be thrown away.

Foodborne illness comes from contamination, not from the natural process of decay. Our senses are well-equipped to recognize decay.

Foods past their prime might develop mold, become rancid, or spoil in other ways, but they are likely to look, smell, and taste bad before they actually become unsafe to eat.

Travel Information Travelers may call 1-800-452-9292 daily for travel information,

and emergency road condition information.

Motorists Helpline Call 1-800-525-5555 (see the back of you Texas Driver’s License)Your vehicle is disabled. You are stranded on the side of the road.You want to report a drunk driver.

So … you’re going to a concert or a football game!

Where do you sit?

Right next to an exitNear an exitOn an aisle near an exit

Before the event starts … plan your escape!If trouble starts … RUN!

Any Questions ?

Danny Graham

Civil Air Patrol PilotFAA CFII

Questions?

Comments?

Concerns?

Did Everyone Sign the Roster?

I’ll see you in a couple of weeks.