Understanding Food Safety

How many people are estimated to get sick each year due to contaminated food?

• 700 million

• 600 million

• 300 million

• 500 million

What is one of the biological contaminants that can make food unsafe?

• Bacteria

• Plastic

• Pesticides

• Glass

Which chemical is mentioned as a contaminant in food?

• Sodium

• Mercury

• Potassium

• Calcium

What type of contaminant are stones and glass classified as?

• Biological

• Physical

• Organic

• Chemical

At which step of the food supply chain can contamination occur due to infected animals?

• Production

• Distribution

• Preparation

• Consumption

What is food adulteration?

• Adding inferior compounds to food

• Organic farming methods

• Removing essential nutrients from food

• Enhancing the flavor naturally

Which group is considered at higher risk for being impacted by contaminated food?

• Athletes

• Middle-aged adults

• Teenagers

• Elderly people

What is the role of the World Health Organization in food safety?

• Implementing international food safety standards

• Producing food

• Distributing food locally

• Marketing food products

What does HACCP stand for?

• Health Analysis and Control Point

• Health Assessment and Critical Control Point

• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point

• Hazard Assessment and Critical Control Process

What can be a result of consuming contaminated food?

• Increased energy levels

• Enhanced physical abilities

• Improved immune system

• Over 200 different diseases