Food Packaging Safety Quiz

A food business buys packaging materials from a new supplier without a written guarantee. What could be the problem with this decision?

• The materials may not be safe for food storage

• The packaging might be too expensive

• The materials will not match the product design

• The business might receive too many materials

Your school canteen receives a batch of sandwiches in plastic containers. Some of the containers have cracks. What should the canteen staff do?

• Sell the sandwiches quickly before anyone notices

• Use the sandwiches for a discount promo

• Throw away the cracked containers and check if the food inside is still safe

• Ignore the cracks and serve the food as usual

What should be done with wet plastic packaging when handling food products?

• Reuse it after drying

• Throw it away to avoid contamination

• Keep it in storage for future use

• Mix it with clean packaging

Why do food companies check the quality of packaging materials?

• To make food look more attractive

• To ensure the food is safe and protected from contamination

• To save money by using any available packaging

• To follow company traditions

You see a bakery worker checking packaging materials before packing bread. What do you think they are looking for?

• If the packaging matches the color of the bread

• If the packaging is the most expensive option

• If the packaging is soft enough

• If the packaging is clean and free from damage

Why should only the needed amount of packaging be kept in food processing areas?

• To prevent contamination by reducing the items stored in the area

• To avoid running out of packaging during production

• To make the food processing area look clean

• To use all packaging materials quickly

The Food Safety Act of 2013 (Republic Act No. 10611) requires food businesses to follow strict safety rules. Why is this law important?

• It helps food businesses earn more money

• It requires people to buy more packaged food

• It protects consumers by making sure food is safe to eat

• It allows businesses to use any type of packaging

A grocery store receives a new batch of bottled milk. Some bottles have loose caps. What should the store employees do?

• Sell the milk at a lower price

• Return or dispose of the affected bottles to prevent spoilage

• Tighten the caps and put them on the shelves

• Mix the milk from loose bottles with fresh ones

If you are cleaning reusable containers for food packaging, what should you do after cleaning them?

• Store them in a clean, dry area to avoid contamination

• Leave them outside to dry in the sun

• Place them anywhere in the kitchen for easy access

• Keep them uncovered to dry faster

Your family buys a bag of chips, but you notice a small tear in the packaging. Why should you avoid eating it?

• The chips might taste bad

• The chips will be less crunchy

• The packaging is not colorful enough

• The torn packaging could let bacteria in and make the food unsafe