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What is the only acceptable jewelry you can wear on your hands when prepping food?

One ring which can only be a plain band.

What must a food handler do if they're wearing a bandage on their hand?

Cover the bandage with a glove so that the bandage is secure.

What are two ways to sanitize food contact surfaces?

Chemical sanitation, heat sanitation.

If you soak dishes in hot water to sanitize them, what temperature must the water be at and how long must the dishes be in the water?

<p>The water must be 171°F and the dishes must soak for 30 seconds in the sanitizer solution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of chemicals used for dish sanitizing and what is required ppm?

<p>Iodine 12.5 ppm, chlorine 50 ppm, quats 200 ppm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are common signs of having a foodborne illness?

<p>Diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, fever.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a foodborne illness outbreak?

<p>Two or more people getting the same illness after eating the same food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define foodborne illness.

<p>Disease transmitted to people by food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does trichinella occur?

<p>When a person ingests raw or undercooked infected pork.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does listeria grow best?

<p>Cool, moist environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you prevent staphylococcus aureus?

<p>Have good personal hygiene and proper holding, cooling, and reheating of foods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount of time you can wear single-use gloves before you must discard them?

<p>4 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to prevent the spread of illness?

<p>Washing your hands frequently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of thermometer is not allowed around food in the food service industry?

<p>Mercury thermometers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are common thermometers used in the food service industry?

<p>Bimetallic, infrared, thermocouples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is cross-connection dangerous?

<p>Because it can let backflow occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is backflow?

<p>The reverse flow of contaminants through a cross-connection into a drinkable water supply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a vacuum breaker?

<p>Vacuum breakers prevent backflow from occurring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic rules for an IPM program?

<p>Deny pest access to food, water, or hiding places; work with licensed pest control company.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does botulism do?

<p>Grows without oxygen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of food is salmonella found in?

<p>Poultry, eggs, dairy, and produce.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is pasteurization?

<p>Sterilization of food at a temperature that destroys harmful microorganisms, without major changes in the chemistry of the food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who writes the food code?

<p>Food and Drug Administration (FDA).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 7 HACCP principles?

<p>Conduct a hazard analysis, determine critical control points, establish critical limits, establish monitoring procedures, identify corrective actions, verify that the systems work, establish procedures for record keeping and documentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When using a ware washer, the final sanitizing rinse must reach what temperature?

<p>A minimum of 180°F.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two key factors to consider when hot holding food?

<p>Must be at or above 135°F when removed from the heat source; must be discarded after 4 hours if the food reaches 70°F at any time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When hot or cold holding food without temperature control, what key information must be on the label?

<p>Time removed from temperature source, time it must be discarded.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List ways food can be safely cooled.

<p>Ice water bath, stir with ice paddles, use a blast or tumble chiller, divide or cut food into smaller portions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three key factors to consider when holding cold food?

<p>Must be removed from refrigeration at or below 41°F; must be discarded after 6 hours; must be discarded if it reaches 70°F.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does MSDS stand for?

<p>Material Safety Data Sheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does IPM stand for?

<p>Integrated Pest Management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What requirements are there for sneeze guards?

<p>They must be at least 14&quot; high and start 7&quot; from the counter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the five key things that must be done with dirty dishes in the three-compartment sink?

<p>Scrape, wash, rinse, sanitize, air dry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PHF stand for?

<p>Potentially Hazardous Foods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Are you allowed to reserve packaged condiments if a customer doesn't want to use them, for example, mustard packets?

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

What is vacuum sealing?

<p>A method for packaging food that removes the air before sealing. By removing air, you limit the growth of bacteria and extend shelf life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sneeze guard?

<p>A shield that is placed above self-serve food areas in order to prevent contaminants from reaching the food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jewelry in Food Prep

  • Only acceptable jewelry is a plain band ring.

Bandages and Food Safety

  • If a food handler has a bandage, it must be covered with a glove securely.

Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces

  • Two methods for sanitizing surfaces include chemical sanitation and heat sanitation.

Sanitizing Dishes in Hot Water

  • Water must be at 171°F and dishes should be soaked for 30 seconds.

Chemical Sanitizers and PPM

  • Iodine: 12.5 ppm
  • Chlorine: 50 ppm
  • Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (quats): 200 ppm

Foodborne Illness Indicators

  • Common signs include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and fever.

Definition of a Foodborne Illness Outbreak

  • Occurs when two or more people become ill after consuming the same food.

Foodborne Illness Definition

  • A disease transmitted to people through contaminated food.

Trichinella Infection

  • Occurs from consuming raw or undercooked infected pork.

Listeria Growth Conditions

  • Thrives in cool, moist environments.

Prevention of Staphylococcus Aureus

  • Ensured by good personal hygiene and proper food handling practices.

Single-use Gloves Policy

  • Maximum time allowed to wear single-use gloves is 4 hours.

Handwashing as Illness Prevention

  • Frequent handwashing is key to preventing the spread of illness.

Thermometers Not Allowed in Food Service

  • Mercury thermometers are prohibited.

Common Thermometers in Food Service

  • Bimetallic, infrared, and thermocouples are commonly used.

Cross Connection Hazards

  • Dangerous due to the potential for backflow of contaminants.

Backflow Definition

  • Reverse flow of contaminants entering a drinkable water supply.

Vacuum Breaker Function

  • Prevents backflow from occurring.

Rules for Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

  • Deny pests access to food, water, and hiding places; collaborate with licensed pest control.

Botulism Characteristics

  • Grows in environments without oxygen.

Foods Associated with Salmonella

  • Commonly found in poultry, eggs, dairy, and produce.

Pasteurization Process

  • Involves sterilizing food at a temperature that kills harmful microorganisms while maintaining food quality.

Authority Behind Food Code

  • Written by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

HACCP Principles

  • Conduct a hazard analysis
  • Determine critical control points
  • Establish critical limits
  • Establish monitoring procedures
  • Identify corrective actions
  • Verify systems work
  • Maintain record-keeping and documentation

Final Sanitizing Rinse Temperature for Dishwasher

  • Must reach a minimum temperature of 180°F.

Hot Holding Food Conditions

  • Must be at or above 135°F when removed from heat.
  • Discard after 4 hours if temperature reaches 70°F.

Information Required on Labels for Food Without Temperature Control

  • Time removed from temperature source and time it must be discarded.

Cooling Food Safely

  • Methods include ice water bath, ice paddles, blast or tumble chiller, or dividing food into smaller portions.

Cold Holding Food Criteria

  • Must be at or below 41°F.
  • Discard after 6 hours if it reaches 70°F.

Meaning of MSDS

  • Material Safety Data Sheet.

Meaning of IPM

  • Integrated Pest Management.

Sneeze Guard Requirements

  • Must be at least 14 inches high and start 7 inches above the counter.

Three Compartment Sink Process

  • Steps: scrape, wash, rinse, sanitize, and air dry dirty dishes.

PHF Definition

  • Potentially Hazardous Foods.

Reserved Condiments Policy

  • Allowed to reserve packaged condiments, but policies may vary by establishment.

Vacuum Sealing Technique

  • Method of packaging food by removing air, limiting bacteria growth, and extending shelf life.

Definition of a Sneeze Guard

  • Shield placed above self-serve food areas to protect against contaminants.

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