PREV MED 1 Study Flashcards
Who appoints the Person in Charge (PIC)?
The Food Establishment Manager
Who is responsible for ensuring that a PIC is present at all times in the Food Establishment?
The Food Establishment Manger
What knowledge does the PIC need to have?
Should be able to demonstrate to the Regulatory Authority, knowledge of Foodborne Disease prevention, Application of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point principles, and the requirements of the Tri-Service Food Code
What knowledge does the Food Establishment Manager need to have?
- The relationship between foodborne disease and personal hygiene of food employees
- Responsiblity of the PIC in preventing the transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition
- The symptoms associated with transmissible diseases through food
- Significance of time and temperature for Safety Foods
- Responibilities, rights, and authorities assigned to:
a. Food Employee
b. Conditional Employee
c. PIC
d. Regulatory Authority
What are the responsibilities of the PIC?
- Ensuring food operations are only conducted in the kitchen
- Employees are effectively cleaning their hands
- Employees are properly cooking food
What are the reportable symptoms that employees should report to the PIC?
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Jaundice
- Lesions
- Sore Throat with Fever
Which reportable symptoms would exclude a food service worker from working?
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Jaundice
- Sore throat with fever
Which reportable symptoms would restrict a food service worker from working?
Lesions on hands or arms
How long should food workers wash their hands?
20 seconds
What type of hand antiseptics are allowed to be utilized by food service workers?
FDA Approved
Alcohol based sanitizers should contain what percentage of Alcohol?
60%
What should the strength be for hand antiseptics used as a hand dip?
100 milligrams per liter of chlorine
How long should finger nails be for food service workers?
no more than 1/4 inch past the finger tip
What type of jewelry can food service workers wear?
a plain wedding ban
Where can employees consume food, drinks and tobacco?
Only in designated areas
How should an employee perform a taste test on food?
- With a single use disposable utensil
- With a sanitized utensil that is only used once
- All taste testing should be done away from the food
What are the 5 foodborne illness risk factors?
- Food from unsafe sources
- Inadequate cooking
- Improper holding/time-temperature
- Contaminated equipment/cross contamination protection
- Poor personal hygiene
How much trainining do food service workers require?
- 4 hours of initial training wihtin 30 days of hire
2. 4 hours of annual training no sooner than 11 months from last training
What type of training do Foodservice managers and PIC’s require?
- An approved food mangager certification which is valid for 5 years
What instruction governs the Food Safety Training Program?
OPNAVINST 4061.4 and MCO 4061.1
Who is responsible for approving game animals ante-mortem and post-mortem?
Army Veternarians
Where should food sources be obtained from?
Only from approved sources
What temp should refrigerated potentially hazardous food be kept at?
41 degrees F or cooler
What temp should cooked food that is considered potentially hazardous food be kept at?
135 degrees F or above
What information is required when receiving shellfish?
All shellfish should have a harvester’s identification label attached
What information is required on the harvester’s tag?
- Harvester’s ID
- Date of Harvesting
- Location of Harvesting
- Type and quantity of shellfish
How long should the harvester’s ID tag been held onto for?
90 days
What type of juice is authorized for use in food establishments?
Juice must be pasteurized or otherwise treated to obtain a 5 log reduction of microorganisms
Who can approve foodworkers to have barehand contact with food?
The Regulatory Authority
What temp should fruits and vegetables be disinfected in?
120 degrees F
What chemical is approved for chemically washing fruits and vegetables?
- Unscented bleach rated between 5-6 % strength
- Prepare a 50-200 PPM, Free Available Chlorine Solution (Ph 6.0-7.5)
- Completely immersed for at least 1 minute
How often should wet cloths be laundered?
Daily
How often should dry cloths be laundered?
When visibily soiled
What is a foodborne illness?
illness carried or transmitted to people by food
What is a Foodborne illness outbreak?
When 2 or more people experience the same illness after eating the same food
What is a foodborne infection?
illness caused by consuming food that contains living disease-causing microorganism
What is foodborne intoxication?
- illness caused by consuming food containing a hazardous chemical or toxin
- Symptoms usually appear within a couple of hours
What is Toxin-mediated infection?
illness caused by consuming food containg living pathogenic organisms that reproduce in the intestines and produce a toxin
What are the 4 types of microorganisms which may cause foodborne illness?
- Bacteria
- Virus
- Parasite
- Fungi
What is a spore` forming bacteria?
- Found in soils
- Organisms build a wall
- Can survive cooking, freezing, acidic foods and low moisture
- Cannot be destroyed
What is a non spore forming bacteria?
- Vegetative cells
2. Easily destroyed by cooking
What are some spore forming bacteria?
- Clostridium perfringes
- Bacillus Cereus
- Clostridium Botulinum
What are some non spore forming bacteria?
- Camplyobacter jejuni
- Listeria monocytogenes
- Salmonella
- Shigella
- Staphylococcus
- Vibrio spp
- E. Coli
What are some symptoms of Clostridium perfringes infection?
Abdominal Pain, Severe diarrhea
What are some symptoms of Clostridum botulinum infection?
Dizziness, shortness of breath, headache, double vision
What is a toxin?
Naturally occuring biological toxins that are not caused by the presence of microorganisms
What is Cigatoxin?
Fish toxin from toxic algae
What is a Scombroid?
Toxin originating from histamine released by fish
What is FATTOM?
Food, Acidity, Time, Temperature, Oxygen, Moisture
What two elements are the most critical and easiest to control when cooking food?
Time and Temperature
What are the 4 phases of bacterial growth?
- Lag Phase
- Log Phase
- Stationary Phase
- Decline Phase
What is the lag phase of bacterial growth?
- Bacteria exhibit little or no growth
2. Only lasts a few hours at room temperature
What is the log phase of bacterial growth?
- Bacteria growth doubles in numbers every few minutes
- Food is considered unsafe
- Food may look good, taste good and smell good
What are the 5 CDC Risk Factors Contributing to Foodborne illness?
- Improper hot/cold holding temps
- Improper cooking temp
- Contaminated utensils and equipment
- Poor employee health and hygiene
- Food supplied from unapproved/unsafe sources
What temps does raw animal foods need to reach?
145 degrees F for 15 seconds
What temp does raw eggs have to obtain?
155 degrees for 15 seconds
What temp does ratites, tenderized and inject meats and Fish have to reach?
155 degrees for 15 seconds
What temp does poultry have to reach?
165 degrees
When using the microwave, what temp does food have to obtain?
- Heat to 165 degrees in all parts
2. Allowed to stand covered for 2 mins
What are some signs that frozen food has been thawed and refrozen?
- Ice crystals
- wet packaging
- Product is discolored
What is the process of using time without temp to control foodborne illness?
Written procedures shall be approved by the regulatory authority
What is temps are considered to be in the danger zone?
41 degrees F to 135 degrees F
How long can hot food remain out before it has to be reheated or discarded?
4 hours
How long can cold food be left out before it has to be chilled or thrown out?
6 hours
What are the requirements for keeping hot food as a leftover?
- Must be held at 135 degrees F or above
2. shall be cooled within a total of 6 hours from 135 to 41 degrees F
What is the process for retaining cold food as leftovers?
Temps must remain at 41 degrees or less throughout the meal period
How long can leftover foods be retained?
- 72 hours if chilled at 41 degrees F or below
2. Consumed or discarded if held hot at 135 degrees or hotter
What types of food are prohibited for use as leftovers?
non-packaged or unwrapped foods offered for consumer self-service
How should food be presented and labeled at food establishments?
- Accurate representation
- Honestly Presented
a. Shall be offered in a way that does not mislead or missinform the consumer
What are the limitations for using lead when cooking?
Solder lead must be less than 0.2
What are the limitations for using copper when cooking?
Can’t be used with foods that have a PH below 6, can cause corrosion otherwise
What type of pallets can be used for storing foods?
Must be stamped with NSF International
Where should thermometers be placed when measuring refrigerated units?
warmest part
Where should thermometers be placed when measuring hot storage units?
the coolest part of the unit
What are the requirements that foodservice equipment and utensils have to meet?
- NSF International
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
- USDA
- Baking Industry Sanitation Standards Committee (BISSC)
When using a 3 compartment sink for manual warewashing what are the requirements?
- 1 compartment each for rinsing, washing and sanitizing
2. Sanitizing can be done chemically or with heated water to 171 degrees F
How should detergent-sanitizers be utilized when washing equipment?
In accordance to manufacturer’s label instructions
How tall should counter-mounted equipment be off of the counter?
4 inches
How far should floor mounted equipment be installed?
6 inches
Who can authorize use of equipment that doesn’t meet the NSF standards?
The regulatory authority
What are the limitations of using warewashing sinks?
- May not be used for handwashing
2. Can be used for thawing food, washing produce or washing wiping cloths
If iodine is utilized as a cleaing solution for warewashing, what temp does it have to be kept at?
68 degrees
When utilizing a 3 compartment sink, what temp should the water be in each compartment?
- Wash: 110 degrees F
- Rinse: 120 degrees F
- Sanitize: 171 degrees F
How should thermometers be calibrated?
In accordance to manufacturer’s specifications
How often should ice machines be cleaned?
Every 30 days
Where should the procedures for cleaning ice machines be kept?
In an SOP
How often should air filters be replaced on ice machines?
Every 6 months or per the manufacturer’s recommendation
How often should utensils be cleaned?
- Before Use
- After Use
- Everytime there is a change from working with raw foods to ready to eat foods
- Anytime during the operation when contamination could’ve occured
How often should iced tea dispensers be cleaned?
Every 24 hours
How often should self-serve utensils be cleaned?
Every 8 hours
How often should food contact surfaces and utensils be sanitized?
Before use and after being cleaned
How long do utensils have to immersed in the sanitation compartment for?
30 seconds
How should equipment and utensils be dryed?
Air dried
What type of water is approved for use in food service establishments?
- Public water System
- Non-public water system taht is constructed, maintained, and operated according to law
- Bottled water
Who is responsible for verifying the chlorine residual of bulk supplied potable water is tested daily?
Foodservice Managers
Where should hand washing sinks be located?
- In restrooms
2. Convenient use for employees in food prep, food dispensing and warewashing areas
Where should handwashing signage be posted?
At all hand washing sinks used by food employees
What items are required to be near the handwashing sinks?
- Soap
- Disposable towels
- Receptacle
How should mops be stored?
The preferred method is is head down
What is the process for controlling pests?
- Routine inspections of incoming supplies
- Routine inspections of the premises
- Eliminating harborage
- Utilizing traps if pests are found
- Proper stock rotation “First in, First out”
What things should be done prior to using pesticides?
- Use reputable suppliers
- Check Deliveries
- Keep exterior openings closed tightly
- Screen windows and vents
- Cover drains with grates
- Seal cracka in walls, floors, and around equipment
What are the requirements for using a Pest Control Operator?
- They must be licensed or certified
2. Keep records of time/date of treatment and chemicals used
How can you determine if you their are cockroaches in the food establishment?
- Strong oily odor
- Droppings look like pepper
- Egg casings appear brown, black or maroon
What is the most common species of cockroach?
German Cockroach
What is a working container?
- A container of chemicals that are not the original container
- Must be labeled with common name of the chemical
What are the requirements for chemical containers?
- Kept locked
- Kept in original container
- Properly disposed
What type of powder can be used to track rodents?
Talcum powder or Flour
What is the minimum requirement for kitchens in field operations?
Must have hand washing facilities
Who will develop the policies for health and medical screenings of food service workers in the field?
- Senior Surgeon
- Unit Surgeon
- Command Surgeon
How far should field food operations be placed from latrines, waste storage and disposal areas?
300 ft (100 yds)
How far should field food operations be placed from Sleeping areas and bodies of water?
90 ft (30 yds)
When can waterless handwashing be authorized?
- When no other means is available and using approved hand sanitizer
- Employees must utilize single use gloves
What types of pipes and hoses can be used in the field?
Must meet NSF/ANSI listed standards for potable water