Foodservice Safety and First Aid Flashcard

Front

What is the primary purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in foodservice operations?

Back

To minimize exposure to workplace hazards that cause injuries and illnesses

Front

What is an acceptable type of footwear for foodservice employees?

Back

Skid-resistant shoes with low, sturdy heels

Front

When should employees replace their protective clothing and equipment?

Back

When they notice wear, defects, or damage that may reduce effectiveness

Front

What is a recommended safety measure for preventing slips, trips, and falls in exterior areas?

Back

Replace burned-out bulbs in outdoor lighting immediately.

Front

What should be done when a spill occurs on an interior floor to prevent slips and falls?

Back

Clean the spill immediately, post a “Caution: Wet Floor” sign, and warn employees and guests.

Front

To prevent trips and falls in areas with floor coverings like rugs or mats, what is a key safety practice?

Back

Ensure rug edges are securely bound and free of holes, tears, and fraying.

Front

Which area has the highest number of slips, trips, and falls? Ramps and sidewalks, Carpeted hallways, Steps, floors, and pavement, Straight, step, and stool ladders

Back

Steps, floors, and pavement

Front

When should floors be cleaned? Options: Once a day, Every 2 days, Once a week, Every 2 weeks

Back

Once a day

Front

When standing on a straight ladder, never stand on the top two rungs.

Back

top two rungs.

Front

Straight ladders should reach at least how many feet above the spot where the top of the ladder will rest?

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