Introduction to food safety
What is food borne illness?
Food that makes people sick.
Name 2 chemicals that can contaminate food:
Cleaning Material
Detergents
Soap
Pesticides
Degreaser
How far off the ground should shelves be?
6 inches
After microwaving food how long should you wait before serving?
2 minutes
Can you wash your hands in a 3 compartment sink?
No
What is contamination?
Unwanted, harmful substance
Name 2 Physical Hazards
Hair
Nails
Shells
Plastic
Bones
What should you do if you see ice crystals in the bread?
Reject product
What are 2 common foods that people are allergic to?
Peanuts and Shrimp
What type of clothing should you wear while working in a restaurant?
Uniform or apron
What does highly susceptible mean?
People whose immune system is weak. Or
People who get sick easy.
Name 3 places that cross contamination is common:
Cutting Boards
Knifes
Gloves
When should deiveries be made?
slow part of the day
If a customer tells you he is allergic to peanuts what should you do?
Tell the manager or chef!
What 2 body fluids are harmful ways to food borne illness.
Sweat
Silva
What 4 groups of people are more likely to get sick from eating contaminated food?
Pregant women
Infants
Elderly
Systems that are impaired
What is the temperature danger zone?
41 degress to 135 degrees
What temperature should chicken, meat, and fish be delivered at?
41 and below
How long should thermometers be?
5 inches
What is the only piece of jewelry accepted as a food handler?
Plain metal band
What are the 4 main ways food gets contaminated?
Biological
Chemical
Physical
Cross Contamination
List the 4 biological hazards:
a. bacteria
b. virusus
c. parasites
d. fungi
Which food should you use first?
October 10, 2020
July 2, 2020
August 1, 2020
What are the 4 approved methods for thawing food?
Cooking
Oven
Refrigeration
Water
Name 3 types of sanitizers:
Iodine
Chlorine
Quats