Food Handlers License Test Flashcards
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What does the term 'Potentially Hazardous Foods' refer to?

  • Food with preservatives
  • Frozen food items
  • Food that supports rapid growth of microorganisms (correct)
  • Food that is safe to eat
  • Which of the following are thermometers used for measuring food temperature?

  • Thermocouple (correct)
  • Bi-metallic stem (0-220) (correct)
  • Liquid-in-glass
  • Thermistor (digital) (correct)
  • What is the recommended temperature for Raw Shell Eggs?

    45 F

    What is the recommended temperature for smoked fish?

    <p>38 F or below</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended temperature for all refrigerated food except eggs and smoked fish?

    <p>41 F or below</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following reasons can lead to the rejection of canned products?

    <p>No label</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vacuum packaging of any food product in retail food establishments is allowed without authorization.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does FIFO stand for in food storage?

    <p>First In First Out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How far must all food be stored off the floor?

    <p>6 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To prevent cross-contamination, where should raw food be placed in relation to cooked food?

    <p>Under cooked food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of containers must food for storage be kept in?

    <p>Vermin-proof containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main food hazards?

    <p>Chemical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are examples of physical hazards in food?

    <p>Glass fragments, metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are examples of chemical hazards in food?

    <p>Pesticide, cleaning agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are examples of biological hazards in food?

    <p>Bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pathogenic bacteria always change the appearance, taste or smell of food.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four phases of bacteria growth?

    <p>Lag, Log, Stationary, Death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the most rapid growth of bacteria occur?

    <p>Log phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What six factors affect the growth of bacteria?

    <p>Food, Acidity, Temperature Danger Zone, Time, Oxygen, and Moisture (FATTOM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Viruses can reproduce in food.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which viruses typically contaminate our food supply?

    <p>Hepatitis A and norovirus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Trichinella Spiralis associated with?

    <p>Undercooked pork</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Anisakis Simplex?

    <p>Food-borne parasite found in marine fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of food is Salmonella Enteritidis associated with?

    <p>Raw poultry and raw shell eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are methods to avoid Clostridium Perfringes?

    <p>Rapid cooling, rapid heating, avoid preparing foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method can prevent Staphylococcal food intoxication?

    <p>Avoiding bare hands with ready-to-eat food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cooking temperature to avoid E-Coli?

    <p>158 F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Clostridium Botulinum associated with?

    <p>Botulism and home-canned foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes Ciguatera Intoxication?

    <p>Consuming predatory fish that have eaten smaller fish contaminated with red algae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes Scombroid Poisoning?

    <p>Eating certain fish with high levels of histamines due to time and temperature abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the methods for defrosting frozen foods?

    <p>Refrigerate them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cooking temperature for poultry, stuffed meat, and stuffing?

    <p>165 F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended cooking temperature for eggs, fish, shellfish, lamb, and other meats?

    <p>140 F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what temperature must all hot foods be held in a hot-holding unit?

    <p>140 F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method for rapid cooling foods?

    <p>Immersion in an ice-water bath with stirring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hot foods placed in the refrigerator must be covered if they have not completely cooled.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required temperature for previously cooked and refrigerated foods to be served?

    <p>165 F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Food Safety Concepts

    • Potentially hazardous foods promote rapid microorganism growth.
    • Temperature control is critical in food safety; maintain specific temperatures for different food items to prevent contamination.

    Temperature Guidelines

    • Raw shell eggs should be stored at 45°F.
    • Smoked fish must be kept at or below 38°F to inhibit Clostridium botulinum growth.
    • All other refrigerated foods should be stored at 41°F or below.
    • Poultry and stuffed meats require a cooking temperature of 165°F.
    • Cooked eggs, fish, shellfish, lamb, and other meats should reach at least 140°F.
    • Hot foods in a hot-holding unit must maintain a temperature of 140°F.

    Food Storage Practices

    • Store food at least 6 inches off the floor to avoid contamination.
    • Use vermin-proof containers for food storage to protect against pests.
    • Implement the First In First Out (FIFO) method to ensure proper food rotation based on expiration dates.

    Food Safety Violations

    • Reject canned products with dents, swelling, severe rust, leakage, or lack of labels.
    • Vacuum packing without department authorization is prohibited in retail food establishments.

    Cross Contamination Prevention

    • Raw foods should always be under cooked foods to prevent cross-contamination.

    Hazard Types

    • Recognize the three main food hazards: physical, chemical, and biological.
    • Physical hazards include glass fragments and metal pieces.
    • Chemical hazards can stem from pesticides, cleaning agents, and medications.
    • Biological hazards include bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi.

    Bacterial Growth

    • Pathogenic bacteria may not change the appearance, taste, or smell of food.
    • Bacteria grow in four phases: Lag, Log (most rapid growth), Stationary, and Death.
    • Six factors influencing bacterial growth are Food, Acidity, Temperature Danger Zone, Time, Oxygen, and Moisture (FATTOM).

    Viruses and Parasites

    • Viruses do not reproduce within food; they use food as a vehicle to enter the body.
    • Hepatitis A and Norovirus are commonly transmitted through fecal-contaminated water or food.
    • Trichinella Spiralis, found in undercooked pork, can be eliminated by cooking to 150°F for 5 minutes.
    • Anisaki Simplex is a food-borne parasite in marine fish.
    • Salmonella Enteritidis is linked to raw poultry and eggs.

    Foodborne Illness Prevention

    • Prevent Clostridium Perfringens by rapid cooling, rapid heating, and limiting food preparation time.
    • Staphylococcal intoxication can be avoided through good personal hygiene.
    • Cook hamburgers and ground meats to 158°F to prevent E. coli infection.
    • Clostridium botulinum causes botulism, often associated with home-canned goods and anaerobic environments.
    • Ciguatera intoxication occurs when predatory fish consume smaller fish that have ingested toxic algae.
    • Scombroid poisoning results from consuming fish that contain high levels of histamines due to improper storage.

    Food Thawing Methods

    • Defrost frozen foods by refrigerating, using cold water, or microwaving.

    Rapid Cooling Techniques

    • Rapidly cool foods through ice-water baths, shallow pans, or cutting solid foods into smaller pieces.
    • Hot foods can only be placed in the refrigerator if completely cooled to 41°F or below.
    • Reheat previously cooked and refrigerated foods rapidly to 165°F before serving.

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