Kitchen Safety and Hygiene Quiz

It is okay to leave a pan unattended on the stove for a few minutes.

• True

• False

A sharp knife is __________ than a dull knife.

• more dangerous

• safer

• the same

• harder to cut

Use a ________ board when cutting meat to avoid cross-contamination.

How long should you wash your hands before cooking?

• 5 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 1 minute

What should you do if a knife falls off the counter?

• Try to catch it quickly

• Let it fall and pick it up afterwards

• Scream and run

• Step on it to stop it

You should always cut away from your body when using a knife.

• True

• False

In a kitchen, pots with loose handles:

• Are not a food sanitation problem as long as care is taken

• Can cause burn injuries with hot foods

• Should be used to store cold foods

• Should be used with potholders to avoid spills

You should never use metal items such as, utensils, pans, bowls in a ________ oven.

Why is it important to avoid cross-contamination in the kitchen?

• It can cause the loss of nutritional value in foods

• It can cause foods to cook unevenly

• It can result in the transfer of bacteria from one food to another

• It makes foods less attractive in appearance

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

• In the refrigerator

• In cold water

• On the countertop overnight

• In the microwave