Health and Hygiene in Food Safety

This video tutorial covers essential aspects of health and hygiene in food safety. It explains biological contamination, the importance of food worker health, and the 24-hour rule for illness. Proper handwashing techniques are detailed, emphasizing the six-step process. The video also discusses avoiding barehand contact with ready-to-eat foods using gloves and utensils. Finally, it highlights how personal habits and hygiene, such as hair restraints and jewelry removal, impact food safety.

What is the most common type of hazard that can arise from unsafe food handling practices?

• Biological contamination

• Allergen contamination

• Chemical contamination

• Physical contamination

What should a food worker do if they experience flu-like symptoms?

• Take over-the-counter medication and continue working

• Stay home and follow the 24-hour rule

• Work only with non-food items

• Continue working but wear a mask

Which of the following is NOT a step in the proper handwashing process?

• Dry with disposable paper towels

• Scrub for 20 seconds

• Apply hand sanitizer

• Get hands wet

What is the recommended action if a food worker is unsure whether handwashing is necessary?

• Use hand sanitizer instead

• Ask a colleague for advice

• Wash hands just to be safe

• Skip washing to save time

Why is it important to wash hands before and after using gloves?

• To protect the gloves from tearing

• To ensure gloves fit properly

• To keep hands moisturized

• To prevent contamination of food

What should be done with gloves after use?

• Store them for future use

• Dispose of them in the trash

• Wash and reuse them

• Sanitize them for reuse

Which of the following is considered a ready-to-eat food?

• Raw chicken

• Unwashed vegetables

• Uncooked rice

• Sliced fruit salad

What is the purpose of using hair restraints in food preparation areas?

• To protect hair from heat

• To make workers look professional

• To prevent hair from falling into food

• To keep hair styled

What should be done with personal items like medicine and purses in food prep areas?

• Store them away from food and dishes

• Keep them on the counter

• Keep them in a pocket

• Place them in a visible area

Why must jewelry be removed during food preparation?

• To prevent it from getting dirty

• To avoid contamination

• To make handwashing easier

• To comply with fashion standards