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What temperature should TCS cold food be received during a delivery?
What temperature should TCS cold food be received during a delivery?
41 degrees or lower
What temperature should TCS hot food be received during a delivery?
What temperature should TCS hot food be received during a delivery?
135 degrees or higher
When should you refuse a frozen food order?
When should you refuse a frozen food order?
When liquids appear on case bottoms, there are ice crystals or water stains on the packaging
What temperature should shell eggs be received at delivery?
What temperature should shell eggs be received at delivery?
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What type of stamp should meat, poultry, and eggs have on their packaging?
What type of stamp should meat, poultry, and eggs have on their packaging?
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How long can you store TCS food (kept at 41 degrees) that has been prepped in-house?
How long can you store TCS food (kept at 41 degrees) that has been prepped in-house?
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Does ready-to-eat food go at the top or bottom shelf of the refrigerator/cooler?
Does ready-to-eat food go at the top or bottom shelf of the refrigerator/cooler?
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Does seafood get stored above or below meat and poultry?
Does seafood get stored above or below meat and poultry?
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What gets stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator/cooler?
What gets stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator/cooler?
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What temperature should dry storage be kept?
What temperature should dry storage be kept?
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What is the maximum acceptable receiving temperature for receiving fresh beef?
What is the maximum acceptable receiving temperature for receiving fresh beef?
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How should cartons of coleslaw be checked for correct receiving temperature?
How should cartons of coleslaw be checked for correct receiving temperature?
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Study Notes
Temperature Guidelines for TCS Foods
- TCS COLD food should be received at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or lower to ensure safety.
- TCS HOT food must arrive at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or higher to prevent bacterial growth.
- Fresh beef has a maximum acceptable receiving temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
Handling Frozen Food
- Refuse a frozen food order if there are liquids on case bottoms, ice crystals, or water stains on the packaging.
Storage Temperature Requirements
- Shell eggs must be received at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or lower.
- Dry storage areas should maintain temperatures between 50 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Food Storage Practices
- Ready-to-eat food should be stored on the top shelf of the refrigerator to avoid contamination.
- Seafood should be stored above meat and poultry in the refrigerator to prevent cross-contamination.
- Whole and ground poultry must be stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator to minimize risks.
TCS Food Storage Duration
- TCS food that has been prepared in-house can be stored for a maximum of seven days at 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature Check Procedures
- To check the receiving temperature for coleslaw, open the carton and insert a thermometer stem into the food itself.
Regulatory Standards
- Meat, poultry, and eggs packaging should include a USDA or Department of Agriculture's inspection stamp to verify safety.
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Test your knowledge on essential food safety temperatures and guidelines with these flashcards from ServeSafe Chapter 6. This quiz covers critical concepts regarding the proper handling of TCS foods, including their safe storage temperatures. Perfect for anyone studying food safety regulations.
