Temperatures
What is the temperature danger zone?
40-140 F
Where should raw food be placed in the refrigerator?
Raw food should be placed at the bottom of the refrigerator.
Using this method, it may take food up to 24 hours to thaw completely.
Refrigerator thawing
How can you prevent foodborne illness?
Washing hands / following food safety rules
How long you wash your hands when getting ready to prepare food?
20 Seconds
What is the maximum amount of time food should be left out at room temperature?
2 hours
What should the temperature of the refrigerator be set at?
Below 40 F
In this method, you must make sure to change the water to ensure it is kept at cool temperature
Cold water thawing
This pathogen recently caused the recall of romaine lettuce.
E.coli
You should clean what after cutting raw meat on it.
cutting board
How long can it take for some bacteria to double?
20 minutes
What is the one of the most common causes of foodborne illness?
-Improper cooling of of cooked foods
-Food handled by infected workers
What should you NEVER do to thaw food?
Thawing on counter/ putting in hot water
Vomiting is a chief symptom and how virus is spread
Norovirus
What should you use when washing your hands?
Soap & water
What should be the internal temperature of cooked beef?
160 F
How can you reduce cross-contamination in the refrigerator?
-Clean the refrigerator regularly with hot water and soap
-Store foods in proper places
How long can a food be left at room temperature?
2 hours
Why are seniors more at risk for foodborne illness?
Weakened immune systems, chronic diseases, age-related reduction in stomach acid
How do you taste your food while cooking?
Use clean utensil each time you taste you dish.
What is the holding temperature of cooked food?
140 F
How long can frozen food be stored in the freezer until it needs to be thrown out?
Indefinite amount of time
With this method, food must be cooked immediately after thawing.
Microwave method
What is the number 1 pathogen that contributes to foodborne illness?
Norovirus
What is the correct order to wash and sanitize dishes?
Wash, rinse, sanitize, air dry