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What should be done if you have a cut that becomes infected while working with food?
What should be done if you have a cut that becomes infected while working with food?
- Cover the cut with a bandage and keep working.
- Inform your co-workers and carry on without precautions.
- Continue working with food as usual.
- Stop working with food and seek medical attention. (correct)
Why is it advised to keep fingernails short and clean in a food service facility?
Why is it advised to keep fingernails short and clean in a food service facility?
- Clean nails demonstrate professionalism.
- Dirty fingernails can lead to bacterial contamination of food. (correct)
- Short nails make it easier to wear gloves.
- Short nails are more visually appealing.
What is the importance of wearing protective clothing while working with food?
What is the importance of wearing protective clothing while working with food?
- It prevents clothing from getting stained.
- It enhances the visual appeal of workers.
- It improves comfort while working.
- It reduces the risk of food contamination from street clothes. (correct)
What action should be taken if you are feeling ill, especially with a food-borne disease?
What action should be taken if you are feeling ill, especially with a food-borne disease?
What is the recommended way to manage coughs and sneezes while handling food?
What is the recommended way to manage coughs and sneezes while handling food?
Which of the following foods is least likely to support bacterial growth?
Which of the following foods is least likely to support bacterial growth?
What is the maximum temperature range that can promote the growth of disease-causing bacteria?
What is the maximum temperature range that can promote the growth of disease-causing bacteria?
What role does time play in bacterial growth?
What role does time play in bacterial growth?
Which type of bacteria requires oxygen to grow?
Which type of bacteria requires oxygen to grow?
What pH level is considered neutral for bacteria growth?
What pH level is considered neutral for bacteria growth?
Which of the following is a condition under which bacteria thrive?
Which of the following is a condition under which bacteria thrive?
Potentially hazardous foods are characterized by which combination of factors?
Potentially hazardous foods are characterized by which combination of factors?
Which statement about dry foods is correct?
Which statement about dry foods is correct?
What type of bacteria are known to be beneficial to human health?
What type of bacteria are known to be beneficial to human health?
Which characteristic is typical of undesirable bacteria?
Which characteristic is typical of undesirable bacteria?
What critical factor can lead to the multiplication of bacteria in food?
What critical factor can lead to the multiplication of bacteria in food?
How quickly can a single bacterium multiply under ideal conditions?
How quickly can a single bacterium multiply under ideal conditions?
What is the primary concern regarding disease-causing bacteria?
What is the primary concern regarding disease-causing bacteria?
Which approach can help mitigate the risks associated with pathogenic bacteria?
Which approach can help mitigate the risks associated with pathogenic bacteria?
What happens when food spoilage occurs?
What happens when food spoilage occurs?
Which of the following statements about harmless bacteria is true?
Which of the following statements about harmless bacteria is true?
What can cause cadmium contamination in food?
What can cause cadmium contamination in food?
Which of the following is a likely cause of lead contamination in food?
Which of the following is a likely cause of lead contamination in food?
Which food preparation method can lead to copper contamination?
Which food preparation method can lead to copper contamination?
What is a common source of chemical contamination in food services?
What is a common source of chemical contamination in food services?
Why is personal hygiene essential for food handlers?
Why is personal hygiene essential for food handlers?
What is a recommended practice for proper hand washing?
What is a recommended practice for proper hand washing?
What type of contamination can result from objects like glass or hair in food?
What type of contamination can result from objects like glass or hair in food?
Which practice helps prevent contamination from cleaning compounds?
Which practice helps prevent contamination from cleaning compounds?
What is the primary source of contamination for Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
What is the primary source of contamination for Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
Which temperature is necessary to ensure the destruction of Trichinosis organisms in pork products?
Which temperature is necessary to ensure the destruction of Trichinosis organisms in pork products?
What symptom is commonly associated with Anisakiasis?
What symptom is commonly associated with Anisakiasis?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice to prevent Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice to prevent Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
What is a common food source involved in Trichinosis outbreaks?
What is a common food source involved in Trichinosis outbreaks?
What temperature must fish be frozen at to prevent Anisakiasis if intended to be eaten raw?
What temperature must fish be frozen at to prevent Anisakiasis if intended to be eaten raw?
Which toxin is associated with chemical poisoning from improper equipment use?
Which toxin is associated with chemical poisoning from improper equipment use?
What is a common preventive measure against chemical poisoning in food safety?
What is a common preventive measure against chemical poisoning in food safety?
What distinguishes food-borne intoxications from infections?
What distinguishes food-borne intoxications from infections?
Which food item is most commonly associated with botulism outbreaks?
Which food item is most commonly associated with botulism outbreaks?
What is the primary means of prevention for staphylococcus food poisoning?
What is the primary means of prevention for staphylococcus food poisoning?
What temperature and time is necessary to destroy the botulism toxin?
What temperature and time is necessary to destroy the botulism toxin?
Which bacterium is notably highlighted for causing severe illness as either an intoxication or infection?
Which bacterium is notably highlighted for causing severe illness as either an intoxication or infection?
What factor is NOT a common source of Staphylococcus aureus in food poisoning?
What factor is NOT a common source of Staphylococcus aureus in food poisoning?
Which condition does NOT apply to botulism?
Which condition does NOT apply to botulism?
Which prevention method is most effective for avoiding staphylococcus food poisoning?
Which prevention method is most effective for avoiding staphylococcus food poisoning?
Flashcards
Fingernail hygiene in food handling
Fingernail hygiene in food handling
Keep fingernails short and clean to prevent bacterial contamination in food.
Cuts and wounds in food handling
Cuts and wounds in food handling
Always cover wounds with a bandage or waterproof glove to avoid spreading germs.
Jewelry in food handling
Jewelry in food handling
Limit jewelry to reduce bacteria buildup and prevent contamination.
Coughing and sneezing in food handling
Coughing and sneezing in food handling
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Hair in food handling
Hair in food handling
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Chemical Contamination
Chemical Contamination
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Physical Contamination
Physical Contamination
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Cadmium Contamination
Cadmium Contamination
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Cyanide Contamination
Cyanide Contamination
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Lead Contamination
Lead Contamination
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Copper Contamination
Copper Contamination
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Zinc Contamination
Zinc Contamination
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Hand Contamination
Hand Contamination
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Food Danger Zone
Food Danger Zone
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Lag Phase
Lag Phase
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Potentially Hazardous Foods
Potentially Hazardous Foods
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Aerobic Bacteria
Aerobic Bacteria
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Anaerobic Bacteria
Anaerobic Bacteria
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pH
pH
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Neutral Environment
Neutral Environment
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Moisture
Moisture
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What is Botulism?
What is Botulism?
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What type of foods does botulism bacteria prefer?
What type of foods does botulism bacteria prefer?
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How can you destroy the botulism toxin?
How can you destroy the botulism toxin?
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What causes Staphylococcus Food Poisoning or 'Staph'?
What causes Staphylococcus Food Poisoning or 'Staph'?
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Which foods are most likely to contain Staphylococcus bacteria?
Which foods are most likely to contain Staphylococcus bacteria?
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How is Staph food poisoning spread?
How is Staph food poisoning spread?
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What makes Escherichia coli (E. coli) unique?
What makes Escherichia coli (E. coli) unique?
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What are the main steps to prevent foodborne illnesses?
What are the main steps to prevent foodborne illnesses?
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Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis
Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis
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Trichinosis
Trichinosis
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Anisakiasis
Anisakiasis
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What foods are usually involved in Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
What foods are usually involved in Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
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What foods are usually involved in Trichinosis?
What foods are usually involved in Trichinosis?
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What foods are usually involved in Anisakiasis?
What foods are usually involved in Anisakiasis?
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How to prevent Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
How to prevent Norwalk Virus Gastroenteritis?
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How to prevent Trichinosis?
How to prevent Trichinosis?
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Harmless Bacteria
Harmless Bacteria
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Beneficial Bacteria
Beneficial Bacteria
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Undesirable Bacteria
Undesirable Bacteria
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Disease-Causing Bacteria (Pathogens)
Disease-Causing Bacteria (Pathogens)
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Bacterial Multiplication
Bacterial Multiplication
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Conditions for Bacterial Growth
Conditions for Bacterial Growth
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Food for Bacterial Growth
Food for Bacterial Growth
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Warm Temperatures
Warm Temperatures
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Study Notes
Sanitation
- Rules for personal hygiene and food handling are important for preventing food-borne illnesses.
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) is a system used to identify potential food safety hazards and set up procedures to correct them.
- Microbiology studies tiny organisms (bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi) that can cause food contamination and illness.
Kinds of Bacteria
- Harmless bacteria are neither helpful nor harmful.
- Beneficial bacteria aid digestion and are used in food production (cheese, yogurt).
- Undesirable bacteria cause food spoilage (souring, putrefaction) and are a sign of improper handling.
- Food spoilage costs money and can indicate the presence of disease-causing bacteria.
Bacterial Growth
- Bacteria multiply rapidly (doubling every 15-30 minutes) under ideal conditions.
- Conditions for growth include: food (meats, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, some grains), moisture, temperature (41°F-140°F/5°C-60°C or the Food Danger Zone), acidity/alkalinity (neutral ideal), and time.
Bacterial Contamination
- Bacteria can spread through hands, coughs, sneezes, utensils, equipment, air, water, insects, and rodents.
- There are three basic principles for food protection: containing spread, preventing growth, and killing bacteria.
- Preventing bacterial growth is largely dependent on keeping food below 41°F (5°C) or above 140°F(60°C).
- Bacteria can be killed at 170°F (77°C) for 30 seconds or higher.
Bacterial Foodborne Diseases
- Intoxications are caused by bacterial toxins in food.
- Infections are caused by bacteria entering the intestinal system.
- Common types include: Botulism (from improperly canned food), Staph poisoning (dairy products, potato salad), Escherichia coli (undercooked meat), Salmonella (poultry, meat), Clostridium perfringens (reheated foods), and other viral infections (Hepatitis A, Norwalk virus, Trichinosis, Anisakis).
Chemical Poisoning
- Chemical contamination can occur from various materials (antimony, cadmium, cyanide, lead, copper, zinc) used in food service.
- Physical contamination includes objects like glass, metal, hair, or soil in food.
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This quiz explores essential rules for personal hygiene and food handling to prevent food-borne illnesses. It also covers the role of beneficial and harmful bacteria, along with factors influencing bacterial growth in food. Test your knowledge on HACCP and microbiology fundamentals!
