Food Safety and Hygiene

Question 1

Cross-contamination

Answer 1

Transfer of bacteria or other microorganisms from one food or item of equipment to another

Question 2

Personal Hygiene (list 3 examples)

Answer 2

Keeping things clean and safe while handling food, helps prevent germs and ensure the food is safe to eat
- washing hands
- tying hair up
- wearing clean clothes

Question 3

Food Hygiene (list 3 principles)

Answer 3

Keeping food clean and safe to eat.
Following proper cleanliness and safety practices to prevent any harm or contamination.
- Prevent contamination
- Kill the bacteria by cooking properly
- Prevent the growth of food-poisoning bacteria

Question 4

Danger Zone

Answer 4

The growth of food-poisoning bacteria is greatest in the temperature of the danger zone
Its between 5 - 60 Degrees Celsius