Hygiene
What is the key reason for having a good personal hygiene program?
Poor hygiene is a key cause of food contamination and illness.
What is the recommended time for washing hands?
At least 20 seconds
Why must food handlers wear hair restraints?
To prevent hair from contaminating food
What illness must be reported to the regulatory authority?
What is the first step in treating a first-degree burn?
Remove clothing or jewelry near the burn.
What is one way food handlers can contaminate food?
By having a foodborne illness or not washing hands after touching contaminated surfaces.
What should you do after washing your hands?
Use a single-use paper towel to dry hands and turn off the faucet.
What type of jewelry is allowed while preparing food
A plain band ring.
What are carriers in the context of food safety?
People who carry pathogens and can infect others without showing symptoms.
How should cuts be treated?
Clean with soap and water, apply pressure to stop bleeding, and cover with a bandage.
Name a symptom that requires a food handler to be excluded from work.
Vomiting or diarrhea.
Name a step in proper handwashing techniques.
Scrub under fingernails and in between fingers for 15-20 seconds.
Name a guideline regarding aprons in food prep areas.
Aprons should be removed before taking out the trash or using the restroom.
Name one transmittable illness commonly associated with food handlers.
Norovirus
What should be done if gloves become torn?
Replace them immediately.
What are two guidelines for personal cleanliness?
- wear clean uniform, shower before work, clean hair, keep nails short and clean
Why are hand sanitizers not a substitute for washing hands?
They do not eliminate all pathogens and should only be used after washing.
What should food handlers do with their clothing?
Wear clean clothing
What should be done if a food handler has a sore throat and fever?
Restrict them from working with food until cleared by a medical practitioner.
Name the Heimlich maneuver's purpose.
To save someone who is choking.
Why should food handlers wear clean clothing?
Dirty clothing can transfer pathogens (germs) to food.
When should food handlers wash their hands?
Before working with food, after handling raw meat, and after using the restroom.
Why should false nails be avoided in food prep?
They can break and become physical contaminants.
What is the protocol for food handlers with jaundice?
Must be reported to the regulatory authority and excluded from work.
What actions can lead to food contamination?
Poor hygiene, inadequate cleaning, and cross-contamination.