WorksheetsServSafe Module 10
Total questions: 71
Worksheet time: 36mins
What is cleaning?
Removing food and other dirt from a surface, in other words the stuff you can see.
Reducing pathogens on a surface so that they are at safe levels.
Soaking items in hot water.
Using chemicals to sanitize surfaces.
What is sanitizing?
Removing food and other dirt from a surface.
Reducing pathogens on a surface so that they are at safe levels.
Scraping and cleaning food-contact surfaces.
Using detergent-sanitizer blends.
Cleaners must be ________, noncorrosive, and safe to use.
stable
flammable
radioactive
abrasive
Which of the following is NOT a type of cleaner?
Detergents
Degreasers
Delimers
Disinfectants
Abrasive
To use cleaners correctly, you should follow which of these guidelines?
Manufacturer's guidelines
Avoid incorrect use
Both A and B
None of the above
Food-contact surfaces must be sanitized after they have been _______ and cleaned.
scraped
painted
covered
heated
Which of the following is a method of heat sanitizing?
Soaking items in hot water at least 171°F for at least 30 seconds
Using chlorine
Using detergent-sanitizer blends
Rinsing with chemical solution
Three common types of chemical sanitizers are ________, iodine, and quaternary ammonium compounds.
chlorine
alcohol
hydrogen peroxide
formaldehyde
Detergent-sanitizer blends should be used once to clean and a second time to sanitize.
True
False
Chemical Sanitizers are regulated by _________.
state and federal EPAs
local health departments
FDA only
OSHA
Sanitizers must be ________ and ________ to employees during all hours of operation.
provided, made available
locked, hidden
removed, restricted
unused, unavailable
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the effectiveness of chemical sanitizers?
Color
Water hardness
Concentration
Contact Time
Temperature
Sanitizer solution is a mix of ________ and ________.
chemical sanitizer, water
soap, water
vinegar, baking soda
alcohol, lemon juice
Too little sanitizer may make the solution ________ and ________.
weak, useless
strong, effective
thick, powerful
clean, safe
Too much sanitizer may make the solution too ________ and ________.
strong, unsafe
weak, ineffective
mild, harmless
dilute, safe
To check the concentration of sanitizer solution, use a ________.
test kit
thermometer
measuring cup
timer
Test kits are usually available from:
Chemical manufacturer
Supplier
Grocery store
Both A and B
Concentration is measured in ________ or ________.
parts per million, ppm
grams per liter, g/L
moles per liter, M
percent by volume, % v/v
Which of the following can reduce a sanitizer solution’s effectiveness?
Food bits
Leftover detergent
Hard water
All of the above
Change the sanitizer solution when:
It looks dirty
Concentration is low
Both A and B
Water Hardness is ________.
the amount of minerals in your water
the temperature of your water
the color of your water
the pH level of your water
Water hardness is determined by the amount of ______ in your water.
minerals
bacteria
salt
sugar
Contact time is the amount of time ______ makes contact with the object being sanitized.
sanitizer
water
detergent
air
Which of the following is NOT a step in cleaning and sanitizing a surface?
Paint
Rinse
Sanitize
Scrape or remove food
Wash
What should you do if surfaces have not been cleaned and sanitized properly?
Ignore it
Take corrective action immediately
Wait until the next cleaning
Use more sanitizer
According to the guidelines, what is the recommended water temperature for using Chlorine as a sanitizer?
75°F or higher
100°F or higher
68°F
50°F
List the steps to clean and sanitize a surface as described in the guidelines.
Remove debris, wash with soap, rinse, apply sanitizer, air dry
Apply sanitizer directly, wipe with dry cloth, rinse, air dry
Spray with water, scrub with brush, apply sanitizer, towel dry
Wipe with disinfectant, rinse, dry with paper towel, polish
Any surface that touches food must be cleaned, rinsed, and sanitized.
True
False
When should all food-contact surfaces be cleaned and sanitized?
After they are used
Before food handlers start working with different type of food
Any time an interruption takes place during a task and the items being used may have become contaminated
After four hours of continual use
All of the above
Equipment manufacturers will usually provide ________ for cleaning and sanitizing stationary equipment.
instructions
detergents
warranty cards
labels
Which of the following is NOT a step in cleaning and sanitizing stationary equipment?
Unplug equipment
Take off parts that can be removed
Wash by hand or in dishwasher
Leave equipment wet
Put everything back together
For parts that cannot be removed, ________ or remove food.
scrape
wash
boil
cut
Cleaning solution should be pumped through equipment and cleaned and sanitized daily for clean-in-place equipment.
True
False
Tableware and ________ are often cleaned and sanitized in a dishwashing machine.
utensils
clothes
books
furniture
Larger items such as pots and pans are often cleaned by hand in a ________ sink.
three-compartment
single-compartment
double-basin
utility
Dishwashing machines sanitize by using either ________ or a chemical sanitizer solution.
hot water
cold water
steam
soap
What is the minimum temperature for the final sanitizing rinse in high-temperature dishwashing machines?
150°F
165°F
180°F
200°F
For stationary-rack, single-temperature machines, the final sanitizing rinse must be at least ________.
165°F
150°F
180°F
140°F
What does the temperature gauge in a dishwasher check?
The water temperature at the manifold.
The pressure of the water supply.
The amount of detergent used.
The speed of the wash cycle.
Where does the water spray into in a dishwasher?
The tank.
The door.
The control panel.
The detergent compartment.
Chemical-Sanitizing machines can clean and sanitize items at much ______ temperatures.
lower
higher
average
room
You should follow the dishwasher manufacturer's ______ when operating the machine.
guidelines
recipes
colors
songs
When operating your dishwashing machine, which of the following is NOT a guideline for keeping the machine clean?
Check at least once per day
Keep spray nozzles clear of food and other objects
Fill tanks with clean water as needed
Leave mineral deposits in the machine
Which of the following is a step in preparing items for cleaning in a dishwashing machine?
Scrape
Rinse
Soak
All of the above
You should always let items air dry after washing them in a dishwashing machine.
True
False
Which of the following should you monitor while using a dishwashing machine?
Water temperature
Pressure
Sanitizer levels
All of the above
Operations often use a ______ sink to clean and sanitize big items.
three-compartment
single-compartment
double-basin
utility
What is the first step to clean and sanitize items in a three-compartment sink?
Wash in detergent
Scrape off food
Rinse
Sanitize
The steps to clean and sanitize items in a three-compartment sink include: 1. Scrape off food, 2. Wash in detergent, 3. Rinse, 4. Sanitize, 5. _____
Air Dry
Wipe with towel
Store immediately
Heat dry
According to the guidelines, how high should storage be off the floor to protect utensils, tableware, and equipment from contamination?
At least 3 inches
At least 6 inches
At least 12 inches
At least 1 inch
Clean and sanitize storage surfaces before storing clean items.
True
False
Glasses and flatware should be stored by stacking cups _____ and flatware handle ____
upside down; up
right side up; down
upside down; down
right side up; up
What are the two types of wiping cloths used in cleaning and sanitizing operations?
Wet and dry
Hot and cold
Soft and hard
Large and small
Wet wiping cloths should be stored in a _____ solution.
sanitizer
soap
bleach
water
Nonfood-contact surfaces do not need to be ______________. However, they do need to be __________ regularly. This prevents ____________, ________________, and ________________ residue from building up. Not only will this prevent growth of ________________, but it will also prevent _______________.
sanitized; cleaned; dirt; dust; food; pathogens; pests
cleaned; sanitized; food; grease; oil; bacteria; mold
washed; wiped; crumbs; stains; spills; viruses; insects
disinfected; polished; rust; grime; water; germs; rodents
To be effective, operations must have ________ for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea.
written procedures
verbal agreements
random schedules
unwritten rules
Cleaning tools must be stored so that they do not contaminate
food and equipment
floors and walls
windows and doors
tables and chairs
It is best practice to store cleaning tools and supplies in a designated area away from food.
designated area
food preparation area
refrigerator
dining area
Never dump mop water or other liquid waste into ________
toilet or urinals
designated mop sink
outdoor drains
kitchen sink
To prevent contamination, never clean mops, brushes, or other tools in sinks used for
handwashing, food prep, or dishwashing
storing cleaning chemicals
washing produce only
holding ice for drinks
If chemicals or cleaning tools have not been used or stored correctly, take corrective action immediately.
corrective action
ignore the issue
report to a colleague only
wait for supervisor's instructions
continue working as usual
One of the biggest dangers is when chemicals are used or stored the wrong way.
cross-contamination
overcooking
freezing
boiling
Use: Only use chemicals approved for foodservice operations.
True
False
Storage: Where should chemicals be stored according to the guidelines?
In food-prep areas
In their original containers
With food
In open containers
Storage: Chemicals should be stored away from food and food-prep areas.
True
False
What should each chemical be labeled with?
Common name of the chemical
Manufacturer's address
Date of purchase
Storage temperature
What document should be kept for each chemical?
MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)
Invoice
User Manual
Warranty Card
To develop an effective cleaning program for your operation, focus on three things. List one of them.
Create a master cleaning schedule / Train your staff to follow it / Monitor the program to make sure it works
Increase the number of staff breaks during cleaning hours
Use only water for all cleaning tasks
Schedule cleaning only once a month
Creating a Master Cleaning Schedule: What information should be included in a master cleaning schedule?
What should be cleaned, Who should clean it, When it should be cleaned, How it should be cleaned
Only the cleaning products to be used
The names of all employees in the facility
The budget for cleaning supplies
Training your staff to follow the program: Staff should be trained to work with small groups or by area.
True
False
Name one way to monitor the cleaning program.
Supervise daily cleaning / Check the master schedule / Change as needed
Ignore cleaning reports
Rely only on staff feedback
Skip regular inspections
