The Safe Food Handler

Scratching your scalp, then washing your hands can contaminate food.

• True
• False

Running your fingers through your hair can contaminate food

• True 
• False

Spitting is never allowed in the food service operation

• True 
• False

Having symptoms such as vomiting or diarrhea can contaminate food

• True
• False

What must your operation have as a method of preventing food handlers from contaminating food?

• Personal Hygiene Program
• Work Schedule
• Equipment List

What is the most important part of personal hygiene?

• Hand washing
• Bathing
• Clean uniform
• Hair restraints

Where should food handlers wash hands?

• At a hand washing station
• At a food prep sink
• At the dish washing station
• At the utility sink

How long should food handlers scrub hands when washing?

• 10-15 seconds
• 20-30 seconds
• 5-10 seconds
• 20-25 seconds

Which is allowed for a food handler to dry hands?

• Single use towel
• Apron
• Kitchen side towel
• Linen napkin

Which of these represents a time when food handlers must wash their hands?

• After eating
• After putting on single use gloves
• After setting up their station
• After delivering food to a guest