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This concept is obsolete

food storage

knowledge

engineering, manufacturing and construction

manufacturing and processing

food processing

food storage

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Description

The proper conditions and methods to store food to keep it from spoiling, taking into account humidity, light, temperature and other environmental factors.

Alternative Labels

food repositing

food stash

food stockpiling

food warehousing

storage of food

storage of foods

the storage of food

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector specific skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)