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Kitchen Safety Quiz

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is the safest way to remove a hot dish from the oven?

a)

Open the oven, pull out the rack and use a set of oven mitts

b)

Open the oven, pull out the rack and use a set of damp oven mitts

c)

Open the oven, reach in, using a clean, dry towel

d)

Open the oven, reach in, using an oven mitt

2.

The best way to handle a small grease fire is:

a)

Douse it with water

b)

Let it burn by itself

c)

Throw baking soda on it

d)

Throw baking powder on it

3.

The most harmful way food spoils is ____________ because you cannot notice a change in the food.

a)

Bacteria

b)

Yeast

c)

Mold

d)

None of the above

4.

In the kitchen you should wear:

a)

Clean, tight clothes

b)

Clean, baggy clothes

c)

Clean, loose clothes

d)

Old, baggy clothes

5.

The best way to carry a knife is:

a)

By the blade

b)

By the handle

c)

By the handle, blade down

d)

By the handle, blade up

6.

There’s a fire in the frying pan. The best thing to do is:

a)

Put water on it

b)

Put a lid on it to smother it

c)

Smother it with a dish towel

d)

Douse it with water

7.

The most dangerous knife in the kitchen is a:

a)

Serrated knife

b)

Sharp knife

c)

Dull knife

d)

Chef’s knife

8.

The refrigerator should be at the following temperature:

a)

0-4C (32-40F)

b)

4-6C (40-43F)

c)

6-10C (43-50F)

d)

-2-0C (28-32F)

9.

To avoid accidents when working in the kitchen, we must…

a)

Use the same tools for all cooking preparation

b)

Never pay attention

c)

Follow all safety rules at all times

d)

All of the above

10.

With respect to fire extinguishers, PASS stands for:

a)

Pull the pin. Aim high at the top of the fire. Squeeze the lever above the handle. Sweep from side to side.

b)

Pull the handle. Aim high at the top of the fire. Squeeze the lever above the handle. Sweep from side to side.

c)

Pull the pin. Aim low at the base of the fire. Squeeze the lever above the handle. Sweep from top to bottom.

d)

Pull the pin. Aim low at the base of the fire. Squeeze the lever above the handle. Sweep from side to side.

11.

Which of the following foods are "perishable"?

a)

Meat, poultry, eggs

b)

Pasta

c)

Peeled vegetables

d)

All of the above

12.

It is best to store poisons…

a)

In their original containers

b)

Away from food

c)

For a long period of time

d)

Both a and b

13.

It is important to remember to wash your hands for a minimum of ____ length of time.

a)

5 seconds

b)

10 seconds

c)

15 seconds

d)

20 seconds

14.

To multiply, bacteria need:

a)

Heat, air, and food

b)

Moisture, food, and heat

c)

Cold, moisture and food

d)

Cold, moisture, and air

15.

When washing your hands, you should use ______ water and ______.

a)

Cold, soap

b)

Cold, detergent

c)

Cool, soap

d)

Hot, soap

16.

Which of the following is NOT a rule to follow regarding fruits & vegetables?

a)

Rinse under clean, running water just before preparing

b)

After washing, dry with a cloth you see lying around.

c)

Cut away bruised and damaged areas.

d)

Remove and discard outer leaves.

17.

The Thaw Law refers to:

a)

All the best ways to unfreeze meats

b)

The three best ways to re-freeze meats

c)

The 4 best ways to unfreeze meats

d)

None of the above

18.

Symptoms of food poisoning include…

a)

Headache

b)

Vomiting

c)

Dehydration

d)

All of the above

19.

The “Danger Zone” is

a)

When food is left out

b)

A temperature when bacteria multiply the fastest

c)

A safety hazard related to electrical outlets

d)

When you see Mrs. Sinnaeve angry and heading your way

20.

Which of the following is a good way to prevent cuts when working with knives?

a)

Keep knives sharp

b)

Do not put knives in the dishwasher with the blade down

c)

Use your fingers to pick up broken glass

d)

Soak knives in dishwater

21.

Which of the following is the correct definition of food safety?

a)

The cleanliness of equipment and facilities

b)

How food is handled to prevent foodborne illness

c)

Preventing accidents from occurring in the kitchen

d)

Foodborne illness and their sources

22.

What is the MOST EFFECTIVE way to prevent the spreading of foodborne illness?

a)

Make sure dishes are clean

b)

Put dirty dishes in the dishwasher

c)

Wash your surface areas after you have finished cooking

d)

Wash your hands

23.

Which of the following is NOT a rule of food safety?

a)

Separate raw foods while preparing them.

b)

Wash raw meat before preparing it.

c)

Bacteria on outside of fruits can be transferred to inside

d)

Do not use the same cutting board for all food items

24.

Bacteria can multiply rapidly between the temperatures of:

a)

40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit

b)

30 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit

c)

60 and 160 degrees Fahrenheit

d)

80 and 180 Degrees Fahrenheit

25.

Which of the following is considered cross-contamination?

a)

Handling raw chicken then touching fresh bread from the oven

b)

Using the same knife to chop parsley and mince garlic

c)

Using food grade metal when preparing food

d)

Licking your fingers after frosting a cake

26.

Is it safe to carry a pan that contains a grease fire to the sink?

a)

Yes, it is safe.

b)

No, it is not safe.

c)

Only if the sink is empty.

d)

Only if the fire is small.

27.

What should you use to sweep up large broken pieces of glass?

a)

A vacuum cleaner

b)

A broom

c)

A dustpan

d)

A mop

28.

What should you do before walking on a wet floor?

a)

Wait until it dries

b)

Walk carefully

c)

Use a towel to dry it

d)

Wear non-slip shoes

29.

How should broken appliances be handled?

a)

Throw them away

b)

Repair them yourself

c)

Take them to a service shop

d)

Use them with caution

30.

What should be done to ensure poisons are safe?

a)

Store them in a locked cabinet

b)

Clearly label them

c)

Keep them in the fridge

d)

Use them quickly

31.

What are materials that burn easily called?

a)

Inflammable

b)

Non-combustible

c)

Combustible

d)

Fireproof

32.

What should you do if you need to remove a pan from the oven?

a)

Use a towel

b)

Use oven mitts

c)

Use your hands

d)

Use a spatula

33.

What should you pour over the flames of a grease fire?

a)

Water

b)

Oil

c)

Salt or baking soda

d)

Vinegar

34.

Is it safe to use electric appliances with wet hands?

a)

Yes, it is safe

b)

No, it is not safe

c)

Only if the appliance is waterproof

d)

Only if the appliance is turned off

35.

What is the best way to defrost food according to the THAW LAW?

a)

In the refrigerator

b)

In the microwave

c)

On the counter

d)

In warm water

36.

Susan wore a t-shirt to cook her pasta dinner. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

37.

Michelle made sure to put her hair in a ponytail before baking the cake. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

38.

Joe lifted the lid off the steamy pot with the opening away from his face. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

39.

Maria kept the mouse poison with the snack foods in the kitchen. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

40.

Carrie wiped up the spill on the floor in the kitchen after she was done dinner. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

41.

Sam turned the pot handles to the back of the stove while cooking dinner. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

42.

Lisa threw baking powder on the grease fire in the frying pan. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

43.

Jacob cut the bread directly on the counter top. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

44.

Lee set the sharp knife inside the sink to be washed later. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

45.

Tony unplugged the mixer with wet hands. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

46.

Melissa made sure to wash her hands for 10 seconds before she started cooking. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

47.

Craig used the same spoon multiple times to taste his pasta sauce. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

48.

Terry put his potato covered in aluminum foil into the microwave. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

49.

Katie decided to taste the raw cookie dough before putting it in the oven. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

50.

Kevin jokingly pushed Jeff in the kitchen while participating in their first food lab. Is this action "safe" or "unsafe"?

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe