WorksheetsServSafe Module 2: Good Personal Hygiene
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which statement best explains why proper handwashing matters in food service?
It keeps hands moisturized during long shifts
It eliminates all microorganisms permanently
It prevents hands transferring pathogens to food
It reduces dishwashing time in the kitchen
If hands can transfer pathogens to food, which preventive step should staff take before handling ready‑to‑eat items?
Increase kitchen ventilation settings
Put on extra layers of warm clothing
Wash hands thoroughly and dry properly
Use only metal utensils for service
A server takes a quick smoke break using an e-cigarette outside, then returns to the prep area. What should happen before touching food or equipment?
Put on new gloves without washing
Wash hands with soap and warm water
Wipe hands on a towel, then resume
Use hand sanitizer only before prep
A food worker finishes eating lunch during a break. What must they do before returning to the line?
Rinse hands under cold water briefly
Sanitize workstation surfaces only
Put on fresh gloves immediately
Wash hands at the designated hand sink
A cashier handles cash and coins, then returns to assembling sandwiches. What should they do before touching food?
Continue working because money is clean
Use sanitizer only without handwashing
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
Skip washing and change gloves quickly
After taking out the garbage, a server needs to plate desserts. What is the correct hygiene action before handling food?
Rinse hands quickly with cold water
Sanitize utensils instead of hands
Put on gloves without washing hands
Wash hands properly with soap and water
A dishwasher uses a degreaser to clean equipment. Before returning to food contact tasks, what is required?
Wear a face shield at the station
Rinse hands without using soap
Change shoes to avoid residue
Wash hands after handling chemicals
A busser chews gum while resetting tables. What must happen before handling clean glassware?
Rinse hands under running water
Put on gloves over sticky hands
Spit out gum and continue
Stop chewing and wash hands
A cook steps outside to smoke during break. Before reentering the prep area, what is the correct procedure?
Wash hands after using tobacco
Proceed directly to the station
Change uniform completely
Use sanitizer gel only
What is wrong with washing disposable gloves at the sink and continuing to use them?
It violates single-use glove rules
It wastes water unnecessarily
It cleans gloves better than sanitizer
It damages the glove material
