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Kitchen Hazards

Total questions: 43

Worksheet time: 22mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When cooking dinner on the stove, which way should the pan handle be facing?

a)

Lift it in the air

b)

Move it towards yourself

c)

Move it to the side

d)

Hold the handle all the time

2.

How do we hold a knife when walking in the kitchen ?

a)

pointing downwards

b)

pointing upwards

c)

point it out

d)

hold with both hands

3.
You should not use this on grease fires:
a)
water
b)
flour
c)
salt
d)
baking soda
4.
When using knives, you should always cut
a)
towards yourself
b)
away from yourself
c)
either
d)
neither
5.
The first step to putting out a fire is:
a)
deprive of oxygen
b)
turn off the heat source
c)
call 911
d)
use a fire extinguisher
6.

You should wash your hands before going in the kitchen.

a)

true

b)

false

7.
Always cut/chop food on a __?
a)
Chair
b)
Counter
c)
Stove Top
d)
Cutting Board
8.

You are hosting a dinner party. What could potentially lead to FOOD POISONING?

a)

You ensure everyone washes their hands for at least 20 seconds before eating

b)

You serve a dish that is under-cooked

c)

You wash all the dishes in warm, soapy water before serving food

d)

You do not separate raw foods from cooked foods while preparing the meal

9.

The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another is called _____________ ______________________.

a)

cross contamination

b)

foodborne illness

c)

contaminated food

d)

yuck, gross!

10.

When do you need to wash your hands?

a)

Before you start cooking.

b)

After you go to the washroom.

c)

After you touch your hair, nose, or mouth.

d)

All of the above.

11.

If you are cutting food and the knife drops or falls, what do you do?

a)

try and catch it so it doesn't touch the floor

b)

let it fall and then pick it up after

c)
scream and panic
d)

leave it on the floor and pick it up later

12.

Why is it important to wear proper shoes that cover your toes?

a)

To make sure that you are fashionable when you are cooking.

b)

Because sandals are not good for running.

c)

It is doesn't matter what types of shoes you wear in the kitchen.

d)

To protect your feet and toes in case you drop a knife or something hot.

13.

To avoid a FIRE in the kitchen

a)

do not push sleeves above elbows while preparing food

b)

keep paper and flammable items away from stove-top burners

c)

don't worry about tying long hair up

d)

allow food items to boil over on the stove-top or in oven.

14.

To avoid being CUT in the kitchen

a)

wash knives with all other kitchen tools

b)

keep fingers tucked in while using knives

c)

walk with knifes pointed outward

d)

use old, dull knives

15.

ELECTRIC SHOCK can be caused by

a)

using 1-2 plugs in each outlet

b)

keeping appliances away from water/wet surfaces

c)

repairing worn/tattered cords

d)

improperly pulling the plug from the outlet

16.

BURNS can be caused by

a)

touching baking pans immediately after baking

b)

opening lids away from your face

c)

exposing skin to hot steam

d)

placing hot items on a trivet

17.

A FIRE can start in a kitchen

a)

stove-top is clear from flammable items

b)

items are left unattended while cooking

c)

when sleeves are pushed up during food prep

d)

when grease comes in contact with a flame

18.

To help prevent a BURN

a)

keep face directly over items cooking on the stovetop

b)

eat food immediately after its finished cooking

c)

use oven mitts/pot holders

d)

leave food items unattended while cooking

19.

To help prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK

a)

keep appliances close to water

b)

never overload outlets

c)

use worn/torn electric cords

d)

be sure hands are dry when operating appliances

20.

In order to thaw meat you should...

a)

Place it in the microwave on high temperature

b)

Place it in a sink full of hot water

c)

Place it on the countertop at room temperature

d)

Place it in the refrigerator on a plate

21.

Raw foods should not be left out for more than...

a)

1 hour

b)

2 hours

c)

3 hours

d)

4 hours

22.

Cook food to the proper ______ temperature

a)

internal

b)

external

c)

surface

d)

all of the above

23.

What type of food has a safe internal cooking temperature of 165 degrees F?

a)

poultry

b)

pork

c)

fish

d)

lamb

24.

If held food drops below 135 degrees F, what should you do?

a)

Reheat to 135 degrees F for one minute

b)

Reheat to 145 degrees F for 30 seconds

c)

Reheat to 140 degrees F for 5 minutes

d)

Reheat to 165 degrees F for 15 seconds

25.

To prevent cross contamination, use _____ cutting boards and containers.

a)

large

b)

dirty

c)

color coded

d)

clear

26.
What are the FOUR basic sanitation practices?
a)
Clean, Sanitize, Cook, Chill
b)
Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill
c)
Clear, Separate, Cook, Cool
d)
Clear, Sanitize, Cook, Cool
27.
If you are peeling an apple, it should be rinsed.
a)
True
b)
False
28.
When checking to see if food is done cooking, what part of the meat, poultry, or seafood should you place the food thermometer?
a)
The middle
b)
The thickest part
c)
The right side
d)
Underneath
29.
Best way to wash your hands:
a)
cold water, no soap
b)
warm water with soap
c)
cold water with soap
d)
warm water, soap if you can find it
30.
Which of the following is TRUE about fridge storage?
a)
Pack it full
b)
Raw Meat on the Top Shelf
c)
Fruits on the bottom shelf
d)
Keep at 32-40 degrees
31.
Which step of food safety explains that you should refrigerate foods quickly because cold temperatures slow the growth of bacteria?
a)
Clean
b)
Separate
c)
Cook
d)
Chill
32.
What food safety step should you take to reduce cross-contamination?
a)
Clean
b)
Separate
c)
Cook
d)
Chill
33.
Symptoms of foodborne illness include upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. 
a)
True
b)
False 
34.
When someone rinses raw fruits and veggies, which safety step is being shown?
a)
Clean
b)
Cook
c)
Chill
d)
Separate
35.
Which of the following is NOT going to prevent a food borne illness?
a)
handwashing
b)
use the same cutting board 
c)
cook leftovers to 165
d)
never taste raw cake batter
36.

You should always rinse meat and poultry before cooking it

a)

True

b)

False

37.

Find the attack rate of potato salad if 5 people got sick and 5 people were well.

a)

50%

b)

30%

c)

60%

d)

80%

38.

What is the preferred, safest way to defrost meat?

a)

place in refrigerator overnight

b)

place in cold water bath

c)

place in hot water bath

d)

microwave

39.

What is the recommended time you should wash your hands?

a)

10 seconds

b)

20 seconds

c)

30 seconds

d)

1 minutes

40.

What is the "danger zone" of food temperature?

a)

0°F - 40°F

b)

40°F - 140°F

c)

100°F - 140°F

d)

140°F - 212°F

41.

Which food product date-labeling phrase always relates to food safety?

a)

Best if Used By/Before date

b)

Expiration date

c)

Sell-by date

d)

Use-by date

42.

Which factor contributes the greatest to food waste in the US?

a)

food labeling date phrases confuse consumers and they discard good food

b)

food is too abundant and extra food is discarded

c)

retailers discard food when it no longer appears fresh

d)

retailers order incorrect amounts of food and it spoils before it is consumed

43.

Which hazards can make food unsafe and cause foodborne illness.

a)

Air and Water

b)

Dirty Surfaces

c)

Soil

d)

Animals

e)

All can be a hazard