Temperatures
What is the "temperature danger zone" and the area where bacteria grows the fastest?
41F-135F
70F-125F (Fastest)
Name 3 types of contaminants. Which one is the greatest threat?
Biological, Physical, Chemical
Biological is the greatest threat
There is a grease-build-up on the ceiling. What is wrong with the kitchen?
Ventilation system is not working
What are the two sanitization methods?
Heat and chemical.
What is the maximum time that cold and hot TCS food can be held?
Cold: 6 hours as long as it stays under 70F or 4 hours unrestricted temperature
Hot: 4 hours
What temperature should a hamburger patty be cooked to internally?
155F
Which bacteria are found in ground beef and contaminated produce?
E.coli
What is coving and why is it important?
A curved, sealed edge between the floor and walls; eliminates hiding places for pests and makes it easier to clean
What is the difference between sanitizers and disinfectants?
Sanitizers decrease pathogens; disinfectants kills pathogens.
From top to bottom, list the order that food should be stored in a fridge.
Ready-to eat > Fish/seafood > Whole cuts of red meat > Ground meats (red meat and seafood) > Poultry
What temperature should a stuffed pork loin reach internally?
165F
What pathogen is NOT destroyed in cooking?
Hepatitis A or Norvovirus
(Viruses)
What is backflow and how do you prevent it?
What is the minimum temperature that the water should be in the first compartment of a 3-compartment sink?
110F (43C)
How many inches should food be stored away from the floor?
6 inches
What air temperature should live mollusks and shellfish be received at?
45F or below
(internally 50F or below)
What pathogen is associated with bloody diarrhea?
Shigella
What are the 5 requirements for a handwashing sink?
Hot/cold water, soap, paper towels, trash can, signage saying employees must wash their hands.
What are the 5 steps for cleaning and sanitizing?
Scrape, wash, rinse, sanitize, air-dry
What temperature should running water be in order to thaw food?
70F or below
What is the margin of error that thermometers can be calibrated to in order to be accurate?
+/- 2F
+/- 1C
What illness is associated with double vision?
There is a strong oily odor unrelated to food. What is the cause?
Cockroach infestation
What is the minimum temperature the final rinse of a high temperture dishwasher?
180F
List the 9 common allergens.
Milk, soy, eggs, wheat, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame