Safety and Sanitation Test Flashcards
When uncovering a pan, to avoid burns from escaping steam, you should…
lift up the far edge of the cover first
A food-borne illness found in improperly canned foods…
botulism
The amount of time you should spend washing your hands to rid them of bacteria…
20-25 seconds
Food spoilage is caused by…
microorganisms
Raw or undercooked eggs, poultry, or meat can cause illness because they often carry…
salmonella
The “danger zone” refers to temperatures of _______ at which bacteria multiply very rapidly
40 - 140 degrees F
Food may be safely be thawed using any of the following except…
thawing on the counter
Perishables, prepared foods, and leftovers should be refrigerated within this time period…
2 hours
Which is easier to cut yourself with? Dull or sharp knife?
dull knife
Which of the following food should always be brought to a boil while being reheated?
a. ) sauces
b. ) soups
c. ) gravy
d. ) all of the above
d.) all of the above
When unplugging an appliance you should grasp the ____ and pull gently
plug
Some food-borne illnesses are not caused by the bacteria themselves but by the poisons, or ______, that the bacteria produce
toxins
If you have an open wound on your hand you should, ______ _______ _______ when handling food
wear rubber gloves
Never keep perishable food at room temperature any longer than __ ______
2 hours
refrigerate or freeze leftovers _______
immediately
Maintain refrigerator temperature at 35 to 40 degrees, and a ________ at 0 degrees or lower
freezer
Food will often _______ and _______ normal even though they are contaminated
smell and taste
To prevent spreading bacteria you should never share these with others….
beverages
_______ is a food-borne illness found in improperly canned foods
botulism
_______ ______ identifies the date by which perishable foods should be sold
expiration date
________ is a food-borne illness found in raw meats, poultry, eggs, milk, fish, and by products of these foods
salmonella
_____ should be stored immediately in the refrigerator and cooked until the yolks and whites are firm, not runny
eggs
_______ is a deadly bacteria found in meat, especially undercooked or raw ground beef
E. coli
What is cross contamination?
the spread of bacteria from one surface to another
