In relation to ready-to-eat foods, raw meat should be stored in the lowest position or bottom shelf of the refrigerator. This prevents any potential drips or juices from the raw meat contaminating ready-to-eat foods stored below. Raw meats should ideally be kept in sealed, leak-proof containers to further prevent contamination. This practice is critical for food safety and helps avoid cross-contamination of ready-to-eat foods by raw meat bacteria.
