ServSafe Chapters 13-15 Review

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A food handler who is receiving a food delivery observes signs of pests in the food. What should be done?

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The shipment should be refused and prevented from entering the operation.

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What is one way to keep an operation pest-free? Options: Seal all cracks in floors & walls., Keep outdoor garbage containers open., Clean up food spills at the end of each shift., Store food & supplies one inch off the floor in storage.

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Seal all cracks in floors & walls.

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What size should the mesh in window screening be to effectively keep out pests? Options: At least 2 mesh per square inch, At least 6 mesh per square inch, At least 10 mesh per square inch, At least 16 mesh per square inch

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At least 16 mesh per square inch

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How should garbage be handled to deny pests food & shelter?

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Remove garbage frequently so pests won't be attracted to it.

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Pepper-like black specks are found near the electrical motor in a refrigeration unit. What type of pest may be present? Options: roaches, rats, mice, flies

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roaches

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Why should an operation avoid purchasing and applying pesticides?

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they can be harmful if applied incorrectly

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When should pesticides be applied? Options: at the end of the shift, at the beginning of the shift, when staff is not there, during slow periods in the week

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when staff is not there

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What should be done after pesticides have been applied? Options: wash, rinse & sanitize food-contact surfaces, stay out of the establishment for 48 hours, have staff wear respirators if near sprayed areas, cover all equipment for 12 hours

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wash, rinse & sanitize food-contact surfaces

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What is the greatest danger than pests pose to a foodservice operation?

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spread of diseases

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What is a sign that rats or mice may be present in the operation? Options: signs of gnawing in storage areas, a strong oily odor, scurrying sounds when the operation is quiet, glass breaking overnight

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signs of gnawing in storage areas