Workplace Safety in Foodservice Quiz

What are the essential personal protective equipment (PPE) items that should be worn in a foodservice workplace?

• Hairnets, gloves, aprons, and non-slip shoes

• Winter coat, gloves, scarf, and earmuffs

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, flip flops, and a hat

• Hard hats, safety goggles, earplugs, and steel-toed boots

What is a term you hear in the foodservice business that helps employees be aware of those around them?

• "pay attention"

• "behind you"

• "coming"

• "behind me"

1st degree burns are

• more serious and painful

• the least serious/skin turns red, feels sensitive, may become swollen

• most serious burn

• painless

2nd degree burns

• more serious/painful blisters form, may ooze, intense pain/swelling

• painless

• most serious

• least serious

3rd degree burns

(multiple answers)

• least serious

• more serious and painful

• most serious burn

• painless due to nerve damage/skin may turn white/soft or black/hard

Most slips, trips, and falls can be prevented

• true

• false

Why is it important to have fire extinguishers and emergency exits in a foodservice establishment?

• To have something to throw at a fire in case of emergency

• To use as decorations for the establishment

• To ensure the safety of employees and customers in case of a fire or other emergency.

• To provide a place for employees to take breaks

When lifting heavy objects in the kitchen, what is the proper technique to prevent injury?

• Use your arms to lift the object while keeping your back rounded

• Bend at the knees, keep the back straight, and lift with the legs

• Bend at the waist and use your back to lift

• Lift with one hand while twisting your body

How can you prevent slips, trips, and falls in a foodservice environment?

• Place obstacles in walkways

• Spill water on the floor

• Wear high heels and flip flops

• Use non-slip mats, keep floors clean and dry, use proper footwear, and keep walkways clear of obstacles.

What should employees do in case of a fire emergency in a foodservice establishment?

• Evacuate the building and follow the designated fire escape route.

• Run around in panic

• Try to put out the fire by yourself

• Hide under the table