Food Safety Standards Quiz

What is the main objective of RA 10611, also known as the Food Safety Act of 2013?

• To enhance industry and consumer confidence in the food regulatory system

• To protect the public from food-borne and water-borne illnesses

• To achieve economic growth and development by promoting fair trade practices

• All of the above

What does ISO 22000 Food Safety Management aim to achieve?

• All of the above

• Conform to specified FSMS requirements

• Consistently provide safe foods and products

• Improve overall food safety performance

What are the benefits of implementing ISO 22000 for a business?

• Meeting supervisory necessities

• Augmented business opportunities

• Improved customer satisfaction

• Upgraded health and safety procedures

What is the purpose of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)?

• To prevent contamination in end products

• To ensure food is safe for consumption

• To rely on food inspectors for food safety

• To identify and control potential hazards in food

Who are accountable for Food Safety Regulation according to the text?

• Department of Agriculture only

• Department of Health only

• Food Safety Regulatory Agencies (FSRA)

• DILG only

What is the focus in the protection of consumer interests as per the text?

• Product recall

• Prohibited acts under the Food Safety Act

• Permanent revocation of authority to operate

• Misbranding

What are the Pre-Requisite Requirements for ISO 22000 Certification Application?

• Product information

• Personal hygiene of employee

• Construction and layout of storage houses

• Measures for pest control

What is the main purpose of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) according to the text?

• To establish mandatory food safety standards

• To ensure food safety risks are controlled

• To implement Code on Sanitation of the Philippines

• To supervise enforcement of food safety rules

What is the definition of food safety as per the text?

• Assurance that food will not cause harm to the consumer

• Ensuring fitness for human consumption of food

• Combination of regulations and monitoring activities

• Measures necessary to control hazards leading to food-borne illnesses

What is the main purpose of the Food Safety Regulatory Agencies (FSRA)?

• To control food safety risks in the food supply chain

• To implement Code on Sanitation of the Philippines

• To supervise enforcement of food safety rules

• To collaborate with DA and DOH