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Hygiene in the Workplace Quiz

Total questions: 39

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary responsibility of food handlers?

a)

To ensure food is served quickly

b)

To ensure food is fit for human consumption

c)

To minimize food costs

d)

To create new recipes

2.

Which of the following is a common symptom of food poisoning?

a)

Headaches

b)

Fatigue

c)

Sore throat

d)

Coughing

3.

What temperature range is known as the 'Danger Zone' for bacterial growth?

a)

75°C to 100°C

b)

60°C to 75°C

c)

5°C to 60°C

d)

0°C to 5°C

4.

Which type of contamination occurs when cleaning chemicals mix with food?

a)

Allergen contamination

b)

Chemical contamination

c)

Physical contamination

d)

Microbiological contamination

5.

What is the recommended action if a food handler is sick with a contagious disease?

a)

Continue working but wear gloves

b)

Inform the supervisor and stop working with food

c)

Work from home

d)

Take medication and keep working

6.

Which of the following is a high-risk food that can spoil quickly?

a)

Dried pasta

b)

Canned vegetables

c)

Raw poultry

d)

Rice

7.

What is the purpose of a HACCP food safety program?

a)

To reduce food waste

b)

To train staff in cooking techniques

c)

To identify and control food safety hazards

d)

To increase food sales

8.

Which of the following is NOT a method to prevent cross-contamination?

a)

Washing hands after handling raw meat

b)

Using separate cutting boards for raw and cooked foods

c)

Storing raw meat above cooked food in the fridge

d)

Using gloves when handling ready-to-eat foods

9.

What should food handlers do after using the toilet?

a)

Wash their hands thoroughly

b)

Use hand sanitizer only

c)

Rinse hands with water

d)

Continue working without washing

10.

Which bacteria is commonly associated with food poisoning from poultry?

a)

Staphylococcus

b)

E. coli

c)

Salmonella

d)

Listeria

11.

What is the correct way to cool food quickly?

a)

Leave it on the counter

b)

Transfer to shallow containers

c)

Put it in the freezer immediately

d)

Cover it tightly

12.

What is the main reason for using gloves in food handling?

a)

To look professional

b)

To avoid washing hands

c)

To prevent cross-contamination

d)

To keep hands warm

13.

Which of the following is a sign of food spoilage?

a)

Bright color

b)

Fresh smell

c)

Mold growth

d)

Firm texture

14.

What should be done with food that has been left in the danger zone for too long?

a)

Throw it away

b)

Reheat it thoroughly

c)

Serve it immediately

d)

Cool it down quickly

15.

What is the best practice for handling raw eggs?

a)

Use them directly from the carton

b)

Use pasteurized egg products

c)

Store them at room temperature

d)

Wash them before use

16.

What is the safest way to thaw frozen food?

a)

Submerge it in hot water

b)

Leave it out at room temperature

c)

Thaw it in the refrigerator

d)

Microwave it on high

17.

Which of the following is a proper way to store leftovers?

a)

In the pantry at room temperature

b)

In a plastic bag left open

c)

On the counter covered with a cloth

d)

In a sealed container in the fridge

18.

What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for ground beef?

a)

75°C

b)

50°C

c)

65°C

d)

70°C

19.

What is the recommended way to thaw food safely in a microwave?

a)

Cover it tightly and leave it overnight

b)

Use the defrost setting and cook immediately

c)

Leave it in the microwave for several hours

d)

Thaw it on high power for 30 minutes

20.

Which of the following is a common cause of foodborne illness?

a)

Improper cooking temperatures

b)

Storing food in airtight containers

c)

Cooking food in large batches

d)

Using fresh ingredients

21.

What is the best way to ensure that food is cooked evenly?

a)

Use a microwave for all cooking

b)

Stir food occasionally while cooking

c)

Cook food in a single layer

d)

Cover food tightly with foil

22.

What is the proper way to store raw meat in the refrigerator?

a)

On the top shelf

b)

Next to cooked food

c)

In a sealed container on the bottom shelf

d)

In an open container on the counter

23.

What should food handlers do if they accidentally drop food on the floor?

a)

Pick it up and serve it

b)

Throw it away

c)

Rinse it off and use it

d)

Leave it there

24.

Which of the following is a safe method for checking the doneness of meat?

a)

Cutting it open

b)

Smelling it

c)

Checking the color

d)

Using a food thermometer

25.

What is the recommended internal cooking temperature for poultry?

a)

75°C

b)

70°C

c)

80°C

d)

65°C

26.

How long can perishable food be left out at room temperature before it becomes unsafe?

a)

6 hours

b)

4 hours

c)

2 hours

d)

1 hour

27.

What is the best way to prevent cross-contamination when preparing food?

a)

Using the same utensils for all foods

b)

Washing hands before and after handling food

c)

Storing all food together in the fridge

d)

Using a single cutting board for all ingredients

28.

What is the recommended internal cooking temperature for fish?

a)

75°C

b)

65°C

c)

70°C

d)

60°C

29.

What is the best way to prevent foodborne illness when preparing salads?

a)

Use pre-washed vegetables

b)

Store salad at room temperature

c)

Mix with raw meat

d)

Use the same utensils for all ingredients

30.

What should be done with leftovers that have been stored for more than three days?

a)

Freeze them for later use

b)

Throw them away

c)

Reheat and serve

d)

Use them in a new recipe

31.

What is the maximum time perishable food can be safely left out at room temperature?

a)

2 hours

b)

4 hours

c)

6 hours

d)

8 hours

32.

Which of the following practices helps to prevent foodborne illnesses?

a)

Cooking food at low temperatures

b)

Using expired ingredients

c)

Storing food in the same container

d)

Using separate cutting boards for raw and cooked foods

33.

What is the proper way to handle leftovers after a meal?

a)

Store them in the fridge within two hours

b)

Reheat them and serve again immediately

c)

Leave them out to cool

d)

Keep them at room temperature overnight

34.

What is the proper way to reheat leftovers to ensure food safety?

a)

Reheat in the microwave without covering

b)

Reheat only until warm

c)

Reheat until steaming hot

d)

Reheat and serve immediately without checking temperature

35.

What should be done if food is found to be past its expiration date?

a)

Cook it thoroughly

b)

Give it to someone else

c)

Consume it if it looks fine

d)

Throw it away

36.

Which of the following is a safe practice when preparing food for a large group?

a)

Leave food out for guests to serve themselves

b)

Use the same utensils for all dishes

c)

Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold

d)

Prepare all food the day before

37.

What is the best method to store opened canned food?

a)

Store it at room temperature

b)

Transfer to a glass or plastic container

c)

Leave it in the can

d)

Wrap it in aluminum foil

38.

What is the recommended way to check if meat is cooked properly?

a)

Smell it to see if it’s done

b)

Cut it open and check the color

c)

Use a food thermometer

d)

Check the texture

39.

Which of the following is a safe way to handle raw eggs?

a)

Use them directly from the carton

b)

Store them at room temperature

c)

Mix them with other ingredients immediately

d)

Wash them before cracking