Food Safety Basics
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What are the three major hazards that can contaminate food?

  • Metallic, biological, toxic
  • Contaminated, biological, chemical
  • Physical, biological, chemical (correct)
  • Physical, bacterial, cleaning
  • What are the four conditions needed for bacteria to grow?

  • Food, air, light, time
  • Moisture, heat, time, space
  • Moisture, temperature, time, air
  • Food, moisture, temperature, time (correct)
  • Which kind of bacteria is found in dairy foods, poultry, and eggs and can cause serious foodborne illness?

  • Salmonella (correct)
  • Staphylococcus
  • E. coli
  • Listeria
  • How many cases of foodborne illness are estimated to occur each year in the United States?

    <p>76 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major hazard that cannot be seen?

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

    What is the primary reason for foodborne illness caused by bacteria?

    <p>Bacteria living in the 'Danger Zone'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason why the food code requires food workers to wash their hands and wear single-use, non-latex gloves?

    <p>To prevent the spread of viruses and bacteria on food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if a food worker with hepatitis A does not wash their hands well after using the toilet?

    <p>The virus can get on the food worker's hands and then into the food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can destroy parasites in fish and meat?

    <p>Freezing at a specific temperature for a sufficient duration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause some foodborne illnesses besides bacteria and viruses?

    <p>Chemicals such as rat bait or cleaners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to understand that contaminated food may still smell fine, look safe, and taste good?

    <p>Because contaminated food can still make someone very sick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What range of temperatures is referred to as the Danger Zone for bacterial growth?

    <p>41º F to 135º F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to avoid having foods in the Danger Zone?

    <p>To prevent bacterial growth in food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason behind storing potentially hazardous foods at cold temperatures?

    <p>Because bacteria do not grow well at cold temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done when cooling or heating foods to prevent bacterial growth?

    <p>Ensure that the food passes through the Danger Zone quickly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness' suggests washing hands under which circumstance?

    <p>When you first arrive at work or return to work after breaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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