Wikipedia has this info at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sterilization_(microbiology)
When you want to pasteurize foods and to sterilize food containers, flatware, dishes.
Containers and a fire source are handy as is something to stir with.
Food grains are better preserved in air tight containers at low humidity and temperature
Food that needs refrigeration should be cooled as rapidly as possible and held at that temperature. Shallow containers allow food to cool quickly, lowering the chances for bacteria to grow.
The proper method for transporting food is to keep it at the right temperature, use clean containers, and avoid cross-contamination.
To effectively keep food warm outside, use insulated containers or coolers, wrap the containers in towels or blankets, and consider using hot packs or heat lamps to maintain temperature.
The minimum temperature required for holding hot soup to ensure food safety is 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Food containers can be used to store and portablize food and are usually air tight to lee the food fresh.
Ionizing radiation, most commonly gamma rays or electron beams, is used to sterilize food. This process disrupts the DNA or RNA of microorganisms in the food, preventing their growth and proliferation.
Food should be stored in clean, dry containers.
Sanitary food containers have been a strong growth market for the paper industry.
labels on containers of food , you loser