Servsafe Chapter 1 Pre-Test

Which one is an example of a foodborne-illness outbreak?

• When three food handlers contaminate one type of food.

• When two businesses serve contaminated food items.

• When the USDA investigates a restaurant.

• When two or more people report the same illness from eating the same food.

What is TCS food?

• Food that is ready to eat now.

• Food requiring time and temperature control for safety.

• Food requiring contamination.

• Food requiring a good amount of guessing to prepare.

Why are preschool-aged children at a higher risk for foodborne illnesses?

• They are always hungry.

• They have not had time to build up their immune systems.

• They like to play with each other.

• They always have allergic reactions.

Which one is a TCS food?

• Poultry

• Muffins

• Apples

• Sugar

Which one of these factors is a common cause of foodborne illnesses?

• Washing your hands after using the bathroom.

• Serving ready-to-eat food.

• Poor personal hygiene.

• Purchasing food from safe and trusted sources.

What is an important measure for preventing foodborne-illnesses?

• Using old equipment.

• Measuring pathogens.

• Prevent cross-contamination.

• Serving food from your garden.