GERMS
What are tiny things that can make us sick?
Germs
What should you do before preparing food?
Wash your hands.
Should you check the expiration date before eating packaged food?
Yes, we should check the expiration date before eating packaged food.
Which Golden Rule means keeping hands, food, and surfaces clean?
The Golden Rule is CLEAN.
What should you do after preparing food?
We should clean the kitchen and the things we used after preparing food.
Can we usually see germs with our eyes?
No
Should you run or play in the kitchen?
NO
Where should foods that need to stay cold be kept?
Foods that need to stay cold should be kept in the refrigerator.
Which Golden Rule means keeping raw food away from cooked or ready-to-eat food?
The Golden Rule is SEPARATE.
Where should dirty dishes be placed after eating?
Dirty dishes should be placed in the sink or in the designated area.
Name one way germs can get into food.
Dirty hands, utensils, or surfaces.
What should you do if water spills on the kitchen floor?
Clean it up right away.
Why should raw meat be kept away from ready-to-eat food?
Raw meat should be kept away from ready-to-eat food to prevent germs from spreading.
Which Golden Rule means cooking food properly?
The Golden Rule is COOK.
Why should we clean food preparation surfaces?
We should clean food preparation surfaces to remove dirt and germs.
Why should we wash our hands before preparing food?
To remove germs and help keep food safe.
What should you do with rings, bracelets, and other accessories before preparing food?
We should remove our rings, bracelets, and other accessories before preparing food.
What should you do if food looks or smells spoiled?
We should not eat food that looks or smells spoiled.
Which Golden Rule means keeping food that needs refrigeration cold?
The Golden Rule is CHILL.
What should you do with food scraps after preparing food?
We should put food scraps in the proper waste container.
What can happen if we eat food with harmful germs?
We can become sick or get food poisoning.
Why should we avoid wearing accessories while preparing food?
We should avoid wearing accessories because they can collect germs or fall into the food.
Why is it important to keep food at the proper temperature?
Keeping food at the proper temperature helps prevent harmful germs from growing.
What are the Four Golden Rules of Food Safety?
The Four Golden Rules are CLEAN, SEPARATE, COOK, and CHILL.
A student is preparing chicken for lunch. They wash their hands, keep the raw chicken away from vegetables, cook the chicken properly, and place the leftovers in the refrigerator. Which Four Golden Rules of Food Safety did the student follow?
The student followed all four Golden Rules: CLEAN, SEPARATE, COOK, and CHILL.