Effectiveness of educational intervention on KAP of food handlers and barriers to implementation of food safety: a cross sectional comparative study

Background: With an estimated 600 million cases of foodborne illnesses annually, unsafe food is a threat to human health and economies globally. World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that the future safety transform knowledge into action for people communities. Hence, this study was undertaken evaluate effectiveness educational intervention package on Knowledge, Attitude Practice (KAP) handlers barriers implementation safety. Methods: This before after comparison study. All employed in establishments located premises tertiary care hospital were included The comprised interactive lectures documentaries. responses participants recorded pre-validated questionnaires KAP scores calculated intervention. Chi square test paired t-test used assess statistical significance. Results: mean age 38+2 years. Majority educated up 12th standard. There significant improvement pre- post- Among recognised ensuring safety, most common manpower management absence basic amenities hand washing. Conclusions: concludes while has role improving handlers, holistic approach prevention borne should include active participation from stakeholders clientele besides providing periodic training handlers.