Food Safety Quiz

Why should work surfaces be kept clean and tidy at all times?

• To make the kitchen look nice

• To prevent germs from spreading

• To save time while cooking

• To use fewer cleaning products

What should be done with hands before preparing food?

• They should be wiped on a cloth

• They should be washed with cold water

• They should be washed thoroughly with antibacterial soap and hot water

• They should be covered with gloves

What is the safest way to prepare food in terms of handling raw and cooked foods?

• Use the same chopping board for all foods

• Keep food in the same container

• Keep raw and cooked foods together

• Keep raw and cooked foods on separate chopping boards, plates, or containers

What precaution should be taken when dealing with sharp knives or items?

• Knives should be kept in a drawer

• Knives should be placed carefully on work surfaces, pointing away from the edge

• Knives should be washed immediately after use

• Knives should be handed to another person handle first

What should be done with foods that are usually kept in the fridge after they are used?

• They should be left at room temperature.

• They should be put back in the fridge.

• They should be discarded immediately.

• They should be kept on the kitchen counter.

Why should pets be kept away from food and work surfaces in the kitchen?

• Because they need to be fed separately.

• Because they can cause distractions.

• Because they could spread germs.

• Because they might get injured.

Where should saucepan handles be positioned when on the cooktop?

• Pointing towards the front of the cooktop.

• Pointing towards the back of the cooktop.

• Hanging over the edge of the cooktop.

• It doesn't matter where they point.

What is the reason for cleaning up spillages immediately?

• To keep the kitchen smelling nice.

• To prevent attracting insects.

• To stop people from slipping on the floor.

• To make cleaning easier later on.

How often should rubbish bins be emptied in the kitchen?

• Weekly.

• Daily.

• Monthly.

• When the bin is full.

What type of clothing is recommended when preparing and cooking food?

• Tight clothing with long sleeves.

• Loose clothing with an apron.

• Suitable clothing with sleeves rolled up and an apron.

• Any comfortable clothing.