Knowledge Check: Safe Food Handling/Cooking Procedures

FAT TOM describes the conditions in which _______ and foodborne illness thrive.

• pathogens

• bacteria

• viruses

• fungi

Food-borne illness is an illness that results from the consumption of improperly prepared or improperly _______ foods.

• stored

• cooked

• washed

• packaged

The danger zone for acidity where microorganisms thrive is:

• pH 4.6 to 7.5

• pH 3.0 to 4.0

• pH 7.5 to 9.0

• pH 2.0 to 3.0

What is the danger zone for time according to the text?

• One hour

• Two hours

• Three hours

• Four hours

Fill in the blank: During the two-hour period, microorganisms reproduce very quickly and _______ the food.

• contaminate

• preserve

• enhance

• sterilize

What is the danger zone temperature range for food safety?

• 0 to 40°F

• 40 to 140°F

• 140 to 180°F

Why is it important to wash hands and use utensils when handling food?

• To prevent contamination and ensure food safety

• To make the food taste better

• To save time while cooking

• To impress guests with cleanliness

What should you do if you have the slightest doubt that a food might be safe?

• Eat it anyway

• Throw it away

• Ask someone else to try it

• Cook it longer

Explain how the letter 'F' in 'FAT TOM' relates to Safe Food Handling/Cooking Procedures. Example: F=Food - Microorganisms need a food source in order to thrive and reproduce.

• F=Food - Microorganisms need a food source in order to thrive and reproduce.

• F=Fungi - Microorganisms need fungi to grow.

• F=Fats - Microorganisms need fats to survive.

• F=Fiber - Microorganisms need fiber to multiply.

Explain how the letter 'A' in 'FAT TOM' relates to Safe Food Handling/Cooking Procedures.

• The letter 'A' stands for 'Acidity', which is a factor in preventing bacterial growth.

• The letter 'A' stands for 'Allergens', which must be controlled in food handling.

• The letter 'A' stands for 'Aseptic', referring to sterile cooking environments.

• The letter 'A' stands for 'Additives', which are used to preserve food.