Food Safety Awareness

What is cross-contamination in food safety?

• Mixing raw and cooked food together

• Not washing hands before food preparation

• Transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another

• Using expired ingredients

Name one common foodborne illness and its symptoms.

• Listeria

• Botulism

• E. coli

• Salmonella

List three safe food handling practices.

• Wash hands, keep raw and cooked foods separate, cook foods to appropriate temperature

• Use expired ingredients, Thaw frozen foods at room temperature, Cross-contaminate cutting boards

Why is personal hygiene important in food preparation?

• To prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and contaminants from the body to the food.

• To increase cooking time

• To make the food look more appealing

• To add flavor to the food

How can you prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen?

• Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and produce, wash hands frequently, clean surfaces and utensils after each use, store raw meat on the bottom shelf of the fridge, and use different utensils for handling raw and cooked foods.

• Store raw meat on the top shelf of the fridge

• Use the same cutting board for raw meat and produce

• Never wash hands while cooking

What temperature range is considered safe for storing perishable foods?

• 32°F (0°C) to 40°F (4.4°C)

• 50°F (10°C) to 60°F (15.6°C)

• 20°F (-6.7°C) to 30°F (-1.1°C)

• 70°F (21.1°C) to 80°F (26.7°C)

Explain the importance of washing hands before handling food.

• Germs add flavor to food

• Washing hands before handling food is unnecessary

• It is important to wash hands before handling food to prevent the spread of germs and reduce the risk of contamination.

• Contamination is good for health

What should you do if you suspect food has been contaminated?

• Stop eating the food, store it safely, and report your concerns.

• Continue eating the food

• Throw the food away without reporting

• Share the food with others