Kitchen Hygiene

Question 1

what is the reason for- keep separate fridges for raw and cooked foods
if only one fridge raw food on the bottom and cooked food on the top

Answer 1

prevents bacteria transferring to cooked foods by direct contact or dripping

Question 2

what is the reason for- all work surfaces are cleaned before preparing food and regularly throughout production with hot water and detergent

Answer 2

prevent bacteria transferring from work surface to any food being prepared

Question 3

what is the reason for- all food preparation equipment should be clean before use

Answer 3

prevents bacteria being transferred to fresh food

Question 4

what is the reason for- separated chopping boards/utensils for raw and cooked food

Answer 4

prevents bacteria transferring to foods via the equipment

Question 5

what is the reason for- all waste should be disposed off in covered buckets

Answer 5

prevents any pests or animal coming into the kitchen and spreading bacteria

Question 6

what is the reason for- ensure all fruit and veg to be washed prior to be use

Answer 6

prevents any bacteria from the soil/farming to contaminate the food being produced

Question 7

what is the reason for- kitchen cloths should be changed regularly

Answer 7

prevents bacteria multiplying in a moist environment and transferring to food