Food Safety Essentials: Jewelry, Thermometers, and Allergen Management

What is the total number of pages in the e-study guide?

• 45 pages

• 26 pages

• 150 pages

• 350 pages

What is the only type of jewelry allowed in food handling?

• Engagement ring

• Watch

• Plain band

• Medic alert bracelet

What should you do first if you drop a thermometer?

• Clean and sanitize it

• Throw it away

• Report to the manager

• Calibrate it

What is the correct procedure for calibrating a thermometer?

• Leave it in the freezer for 30 minutes

• Place it in boiling water

• Expose it to room temperature

• Adjust it in a cup of crushed ice water

What is the allowable variance for the thermometer calibration in degrees Fahrenheit?

• Plus or minus 1 degree

• Plus or minus 2 degrees

• Plus or minus 5 degrees

• Plus or minus 3 degrees

What is the correct hot holding temperature?

• 70 degrees Fahrenheit

• 32 degrees Fahrenheit

• 135 degrees Fahrenheit or higher

• 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less

How long can cold food be held without temperature control before it becomes unsafe?

• 4 hours

• 6 hours

• 2 hours

• 8 hours

What is the maximum number of days most foods can be stored safely?

• 10 days

• 3 days

• 14 days

• 7 days

Which of the following is NOT one of the 'Big Eight' allergens?

• Carrots

• Dairy

• Peanuts

• Soy

What should be done immediately after introducing yourself to a table in a restaurant?

• Recommend the specials

• Ask about food allergies

• Serve water

• Take the order