Environmental Health Officer Quiz

What is the primary role of the Environmental Health Officer (EHO)?

• To manage food businesses

• To protect the health and safety of the public

• To sell food products

• To train chefs

What can the EHO do if they find hazardous food during an inspection?

• Sell it at a discount

• Remove it so it can’t be sold

• Cook it for the staff

• Donate it to charity

Which of the following is NOT checked by the EHO during an inspection?

• Cleanliness of premises

• Equipment safety

• Staff uniforms

• Pest control measures

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 represent?

• Poor hygiene

• Average hygiene

• Very good hygiene

• Unacceptable hygiene

What is the EHO allowed to do during an inspection?

• Take photographs of the premises

• Cook food for customers

• Sell food products

• Train new staff

What action can the EHO take if there is a risk to public health?

• Ignore the issue

• Close the premises

• Offer discounts

• Hire more staff

Who appoints the Environmental Health Officers?

• Local authorities

• Restaurant owners

• Food suppliers

• Health clubs

What does HACCP stand for in the context of EHO inspections?

• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

• Health and Care Control Plan

• Hygiene and Cleanliness Control Program

• Hazard and Crisis Control Procedure