WorksheetsKitchen Safety and Hygiene Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the safest way to handle a sharp knife in the kitchen?
Leave it in the sink with soapy water
Carry it with the blade pointing down
Pass it to someone blade first
Store it loose in a drawer
Why is it important to wash your hands before preparing food?
To keep your hands clean
To remove germs and prevent food contamination
To make your hands smell nice
To dry your hands
What should you do if you spill something on the kitchen floor?
Ignore it
Wipe it up immediately to prevent slips
Wait for someone else to clean it
Cover it with a towel
Which of the following is the correct way to check if meat is cooked properly?
Smell it
Taste a small piece
Use a food thermometer
Look at the colour only
What temperature should your fridge be kept at to safely store food?
10°C
0°C
4°C or below
8°C
Which of the following is NOT a safe practice when using electrical appliances in the kitchen?
Keeping cords away from water
Unplugging appliances before cleaning
Using wet hands to plug in appliances
Checking for damaged cords
Why should you tie back long hair when cooking?
To look neat
To prevent hair from falling into food and reduce fire risk
To keep your head cool
To follow fashion
What is the best way to thaw frozen food safely?
Leave it on the kitchen bench
In the fridge overnight
In hot water
In direct sunlight
Which of the following should you use to pick up a hot pan?
Bare hands
A tea towel
Oven mitts or pot holders
Plastic bag
What should you do if you cut yourself while preparing food?
Keep working and ignore it
Wash the cut, cover it with a clean bandage, and wear gloves
Wipe the blood on a towel
Ask someone else to finish cooking
Why is it important to keep raw meat separate from cooked food?
To save space
To prevent cross-contamination
To keep the fridge organised
To make it easier to find
Which of the following is a sign that food has spoiled?
It smells fresh
It has mould or an unusual smell
It looks the same as when you bought it
It is cold
What should you do if a fire starts in a frying pan?
Pour water on it
Cover it with a lid to smother the flames
Move the pan to the sink
Blow on the flames
How often should you wash your hands when preparing food?
Only before you start
After handling raw meat, eggs, or seafood and whenever they get dirty
Once a day
Only after you finish
Which of the following is the safest way to store knives?
In a knife block or on a magnetic strip
Loose in a drawer
In the sink
On the bench
What is the main reason for wearing a clean apron in the kitchen?
To look professional
To protect your clothes and prevent contamination
To keep warm
To match the kitchen décor
Which of the following is NOT a good hygiene practice in the kitchen?
Washing hands regularly
Using the same chopping board for raw meat and vegetables
Keeping benches clean
Covering cuts with a bandage
What should you do before tasting food while cooking?
Use your fingers
Use a clean spoon each time
Taste directly from the pot
Use the same spoon for stirring and tasting
Why is it important to keep the kitchen floor dry?
To keep it shiny
To prevent slips and falls
To make cleaning easier
To keep the floor warm
What is the correct way to dispose of broken glass in the kitchen?
Put it in the regular rubbish bin
Wrap it in newspaper and place it in a marked container
Leave it on the bench
Sweep it under the fridge
