Food Room Safety and Hygiene Quiz Year 7

What is the correct temperature to store perishable food in a refrigerator?

• 10°C

• 4°C

• 0°C

• 15°C

Which of the following is a key practice in food hygiene?

• Wearing sandals in the kitchen

• Washing hands before handling food

• Using the same cutting board for raw meat and vegetables

• Leaving food out overnight

What should you do if you spill oil on the kitchen floor?

• Leave it and continue cooking

• Wipe it up immediately to prevent slipping

• Cover it with a towel

• Ignore it

Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment in the kitchen?

• Apron

• Sunglasses

• Flip-flops

• Hat

What is the safest way to handle a knife?

• Hold it by the blade

• Hold it by the handle

• Toss it to someone

• Leave it in the sink

How often should you clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces?

• Once a week

• After each use

• Once a month

• Only when they look dirty

What is the purpose of using a colour-coded cutting board system?

• To make the kitchen look colourful

• To prevent cross-contamination

• To match the kitchen decor

• To confuse the cook

Which of the following should you do before using an electrical appliance in the kitchen?

• Check for frayed cords

• Use it with wet hands

• Plug it in and turn it on immediately

• Ignore the instructions

What is the correct way to store knives when not in use?

• In a drawer with other utensils

• In a knife block or magnetic strip

• On the countertop

• In a sink full of water

Why is it important to wear a hairnet or tie back long hair in the kitchen?

• To look fashionable

• To prevent hair from falling into food

• To keep warm

• To avoid getting hair wet