Food Safety: Poisoning and Prevention

What is a common symptom of food poisoning?

• Headache

• Nausea

• Rash

• Cough

Which of the following is a key method to prevent cross contamination in the kitchen?

• Using the same cutting board for all foods

• Washing hands frequently

• Storing raw meat above cooked food in the fridge

• Using the same knife for raw and cooked foods

What is the minimum safe internal cooking temperature for poultry, such as chicken, in degrees Celsius?

• 60°C

• 70°C

• 75°C

• 80°C

How should raw meat be stored in the refrigerator to prevent cross contamination?

• On the top shelf

• In the vegetable drawer

• On the bottom shelf

• Next to cooked food

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of food poisoning?

• Fever

• Vomiting

• Blurred vision

• Diarrhoea

What is the recommended internal temperature for cooking beef to ensure it is safe to eat?

• 60°C

• 63°C

• 70°C

• 75°C

When handling raw and cooked foods, what is an important practice to prevent cross contamination?

• Using separate utensils for raw and cooked foods

• Storing them together in the same container

• Cooking them at the same time

• Washing them together

What is the safe internal temperature for reheating leftovers to ensure they are safe to eat?

• 60°C

• 70°C

• 75°C

• 80°C