Food Safety Core Four Practices Quiz

What is the first core practice of food safety according to Fight BAC?

• Separate

• Chill

• Cook

• Clean

How long should you wash your hands with soap and water before handling food?

• 25 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 15 seconds

What is the recommended safe internal temperature for cooking poultry?

• 160 °F

• 145 °F

• 170 °F

• 165 °F

Which of the following is NOT a safe way to thaw food?

• At room temperature

• In the microwave

• In the refrigerator

• In cold water

What should you use to measure the internal temperature of cooked foods?

• A food thermometer

• A pressure gauge

• A color chart

• A timer

What is the maximum safe refrigerator temperature to prevent bacterial growth?

• 45 °F

• 50 °F

• 40 °F

• 32 °F

What should you do with cloth towels used in the kitchen?

• Wash them often in the hot cycle

• Use them once and discard

• Rinse them with cold water

• Dry them in the sun

What is the safe minimum internal temperature for cooking ground meat?

• 150 °F

• 155 °F

• 160 °F

• 145 °F

Which practice helps prevent cross-contamination?

• Using the same cutting board for all foods

• Separating raw meat from other foods

• Storing all foods together

• Cooking all foods at the same temperature

What should you do with leftovers to ensure they cool quickly?

• Place them in the sun

• Leave them in large containers

• Cover them tightly

• Divide them into shallow containers