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WorksheetsFood - Health and Safety
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 10mins
What should we remember before handling food? Select all that apply.
Remove any rings, watches or bangles
Have a drink of water
Check the time
Tie back long hair
Why do we remove jewellery and tie back long hair? Select one answer.
So that our hair and jewellery doesn't get dirty
So that they don't spread germs, fall into food, or get caught in equipment
What other things do we have to do before handling food?
Roll up your sleeves
Put an apron on
Moisturise your hands
Wash your hands with hot water and soap
When must we wash our hands when handling food?
One hour before cooking
Just before cooking
During the cooking process
After cooking
What is cross contamination?
When flavours mix
When vegetables and meat are in the same dish
When bacteria gets from one food to another
When food goes from raw to cooked
Raw food can contain __________________ that could make us ill. It's important that raw and cooked foods are not in contact so that _____________ aren't spread.
nutrients
flavours
vitamins
bacteria
How can we avoid risk of cross contamination?
Use the same equipment for raw and cooked foods without washing.
Use different chopping boards for raw meat and vegetables, fish or bread. Some are colour coded to make this easier to remember.
Keep raw and cooked foods separate.
Store raw food so it can drip or touch cooked food.
Food must be _____________ all the way through to remove any harmful bacteria.
cooked
eaten
chopped
washed
What should we do to ensure cooked food is safe? Select all possible options.
Serve food immediately
Allow food to sit in a warm room
Keep food warm after cooking (above 630)
Reheat it many times
How should food be cooled down to serve later?
Allow to cool in a warm room
Cool down as quickly as possible, put it in a container or cover. Then store in fridge or freezer.
Allow to cool outside
Cool down by running under cold water
When should you clean up after preparing or cooking food?
Once a day
Once a week
Every time you prepare or cook food
Never
What should you do when cleaning up after cooking? Select all that apply.
Wash equipment in hot water using antibacterial soap
Wash equipment in cold water as it is better for the environment
Wipe down work surfaces with antibacterial spray and a clean cloth
Wipe down work surfaces with paper towel
Why do we need to keep kitchens clean and tidy?
Because it helps prevent illness and accidents
Because it looks better
____________________ dates mean food used after that date may not be at its best but it is still safe to eat if it has been kept in the right conditions.
Use by
Best before
__________________ dates are very important. After this date, don't cook, eat or freeze that food. It may look fine but it could make you ill.
Best before
Use by
When preparing, cooking or serving food, always be aware of the ______________ that people may have.
Preferences
Allergies
Cravings
Ingredients like ________, eggs, seafood, dairy, wheat and soy can cause serious reactions. For this reason they are usually listed and warned about on food packaging and in restaurants.
Water
Nuts
Meat
