Colors of the chopping boards Flashcards

1
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What goes on the white chopping boards ?

A

Bakery and dairy products.

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What goes on the yellow chopping board ?

A

Cooked meat.

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3
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What goes on the brown chopping board ?

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Vegetables.

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4
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What goes on the red chopping board ?

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Raw meat.

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5
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What goes on the blue chopping board ?

A

Raw fish.

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6
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What goes on the green chopping board ?

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Fruit,salad.

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7
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What colored plaster do I use if i cut myself ?

A

Blue - easier to find if it falls of

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8
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What is the primary purpose of using colored chopping boards in food preparation?

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To prevent cross-contamination between different food types.

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9
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True or False: Colored chopping boards can help improve food safety.

A

True

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10
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What color chopping board is typically used for raw meat?

A

Red

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11
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Fill in the blank: The color _____ is often associated with vegetables.

A

Green

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12
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Which color chopping board is commonly designated for seafood?

A

Blue

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13
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What is a common practice regarding the use of colored chopping boards?

A

Assigning specific colors for specific food types.

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14
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True or False: A yellow chopping board is typically used for poultry.

A

True

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15
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What color is usually designated for dairy products on chopping boards?

A

White

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16
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Multiple Choice: Which color chopping board is used for cooked foods? A) Green B) Brown C) Yellow D) White

A

D) White

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17
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What is one key benefit of using colored chopping boards in a commercial kitchen?

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It helps staff quickly identify the correct board for each food type.

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18
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Fill in the blank: The color _____ is used for fruits on chopping boards.

A

Brown

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19
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True or False: All kitchens are required to use colored chopping boards.

A

False

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20
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What should be done to a chopping board after cutting raw meat?

A

It should be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before using it for other foods.

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21
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Which color chopping board is designated for gluten-free products?

A

Purple

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22
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Multiple Choice: What does a green chopping board signify? A) Raw meat B) Vegetables C) Seafood D) Cooked food

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B) Vegetables

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23
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Fill in the blank: The use of colored chopping boards is part of a larger system known as _____ management.

A

food safety

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24
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What is the recommended cleaning method for colored chopping boards?

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Wash with hot, soapy water and sanitize.

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25
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True or False: Colored chopping boards can be made of plastic or wood.

A

True

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26
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What color is often used for a chopping board designated for salad preparation?

A

Green

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27
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Multiple Choice: Which color chopping board is typically used for bread? A) Red B) Yellow C) Brown D) Green

A

C) Brown

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28
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What is the importance of having a color-coded system for chopping boards?

A

It reduces the risk of allergen exposure and foodborne illness.

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29
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Fill in the blank: A _____ chopping board is used for ready-to-eat foods.

A

white

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30
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True or False: It is acceptable to use the same chopping board for raw meat and vegetables without cleaning.

A

False

31
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What can happen if colored chopping boards are not used correctly?

A

Increased risk of cross-contamination and foodborne illness.

32
Q

Which color chopping board is often assigned to raw poultry?

A

Yellow

33
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following colors is NOT commonly used for chopping boards? A) Red B) Blue C) Gray D) Purple

A

C) Gray

34
Q

Fill in the blank: A _____ chopping board may be used for preparing seafood.

A

blue

35
Q

What is a recommended practice for maintaining colored chopping boards?

A

Regularly inspect for deep cuts and replace if damaged.

36
Q

True or False: All food service establishments must use color-coded chopping boards.

A

False

37
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Which color chopping board is typically used for preparing fruits?

A

Brown

38
Q

What is one challenge associated with colored chopping boards?

A

Staff may forget the color-coding system without proper training.

39
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True or False: Colored chopping boards can fade over time.

A

True

40
Q

Fill in the blank: The use of colored chopping boards is a key element in _____ safety.

A

food

41
Q

What color is commonly assigned to prepare dairy products?

A

White

42
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Multiple Choice: Which color chopping board is used for vegetables? A) Red B) Green C) Blue D) Yellow

A

B) Green

43
Q

What is the recommended storage practice for colored chopping boards?

A

Store them separately to avoid cross-contact.

44
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True or False: It is acceptable to use a colored chopping board for multiple food types without cleaning.

A

False

45
Q

Fill in the blank: A _____ chopping board is used for raw meats.

A

red

46
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What should be done if a colored chopping board becomes deeply scratched?

A

Replace it to prevent bacteria from harboring in the scratches.

47
Q

True or False: The color of a chopping board can indicate its intended use.

A

True

48
Q

What color chopping board is often used for gluten-free products?

A

Purple

49
Q

Multiple Choice: What color is typically used for cooked meats? A) Green B) Yellow C) White D) Red

A

C) White

50
Q

Fill in the blank: A _____ chopping board is designated for seafood preparation.

A

blue

51
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What is the role of training in the use of colored chopping boards?

A

To ensure all staff understand the color-coding system.

52
Q

True or False: Colored chopping boards can be used interchangeably without care.

A

False

53
Q

What color chopping board is typically assigned to raw poultry products?

A

Yellow

54
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Multiple Choice: Which color is used for ready-to-eat foods? A) Red B) Green C) White D) Blue

A

C) White

55
Q

Fill in the blank: The use of colored chopping boards helps to reduce _____ in the kitchen.

A

cross-contamination

56
Q

What is an important factor to consider when purchasing colored chopping boards?

A

Material durability and ease of cleaning.

57
Q

True or False: Colored chopping boards are not necessary in home kitchens.

A

True

58
Q

What color chopping board is typically used for fruits and vegetables?

A

Green

59
Q

Multiple Choice: Which color chopping board is used for dairy? A) Yellow B) Blue C) White D) Green

A

C) White

60
Q

Fill in the blank: A _____ chopping board may be used for gluten-free items.

A

purple

61
Q

What is a common misconception about colored chopping boards?

A

That they are only necessary in professional kitchens.

62
Q

True or False: The color of a chopping board has no impact on food safety.

A

False

63
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What color chopping board is associated with raw meats?

A

Red

64
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Multiple Choice: Which color is NOT typically used for a chopping board? A) Red B) Green C) Orange D) Yellow

A

C) Orange

65
Q

Fill in the blank: A _____ chopping board is used for raw poultry.

A

yellow

66
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What should be done if a chopping board changes color?

A

Inspect for damage and consider replacing it.

67
Q

True or False: Using a color-coded system for chopping boards can help reduce allergens.

A

True

68
Q

What color is often used for preparing salads?

A

Green

69
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Multiple Choice: Which color chopping board is used for cooked foods? A) Blue B) Green C) White D) Red

A

C) White

70
Q

Fill in the blank: The color _____ is typically used for seafood.

A

blue

71
Q

What is a key advantage of using colored chopping boards in food service?

A

Enhanced food safety and hygiene practices.

72
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True or False: All chopping boards must be colored to be safe.

A

False

73
Q

What color chopping board is typically designated for raw vegetables?

A

Green

74
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Multiple Choice: Which color is commonly used for gluten-free foods? A) Red B) Blue C) Yellow D) Purple

A

D) Purple