Food Safety and Sanitation Quiz

What does sanitation refer to?

• Maintaining a clean and hygienic workplace

• Increasing the number of microorganisms

• Using dirty utensils

• Ignoring hygiene practices

What is cross-contamination?

• The storage of food in the refrigerator

• The cleaning of kitchen surfaces

• The process of cooking food

• The transfer of harmful substances from one food to another

Which of the following is a step in preventing food contamination?

• Bathe or shower daily

• Using the same cutting board for raw and cooked food

• Wearing jewelry while cooking

• Eating while preparing food

What does PPE stand for?

• Public Protection Equipment

• Personal Preparation Equipment

• Personal Protective Equipment

• Public Preparation Equipment

What is the temperature range known as the Food Danger Zone?

• 41°F to 135°F

• 135°F to 165°F

• 0°F to 32°F

• 32°F to 41°F

Which of the following is a biological hazard?

• Lead

• Bacteria

• Cleaning chemicals

• Glass shards

What is the primary cause of foodborne illnesses?

• Contaminated food

• Not washing hands

• Improper cooking techniques

• Using old ingredients

What should you do if you have a communicable disease?

• Continue working with food

• Avoid working with food

• Wash hands more frequently

• Wear gloves

What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry?

• 200°F

• 145°F

• 180°F

• 165°F

Which of the following is NOT a method of thawing food safely?

• On the kitchen counter

• Under cold running water

• In a microwave oven

• In the refrigerator