Uncovered lightbulbs may expose food to which type of hazard?
physical
What is an example of poor personal hygiene making food unsafe?
sneezing on food, not washing hands...
What is an example of a non-natural physical hazard in food?
hair, glass, bandage, jewelry
Not washing your hands after going to the bathroom is an example of....
poor personal hygiene
What are the four ways people make food unsafe?
poor personal hygiene, cross-contamination, time/temperature abuse, poor cleaning/sanatizing
Using the same knife to cut pork and then vegetables right after is an example of ....
cross-contamination
Why is food safety important?
it keeps people safe
When should you wash your hands? (name 3 instances)
After touching raw meat, after touching your phone, after going to the bathroom...etc.
What is cross-contamination?
transferring pathogens from food to food or surfaces
Not rinsing a cutting board thoroughly after washing is an example of...
poor cleaning and sanitizing
What is the cook doing wrong in this picture?
she is cooking with long, painted nails
What is the first step in washing your hands?
wet your hands and arms
What is a foodborne illness?
a disease that is transmitted to people through food
How long should you wash your hands?
at least 20 seconds
How can food contamination caused by pathogens on a food handler's body be controlled?
good physical hygiene
If you have a cut on your finger, can you still prepare food?
Yes, but you need a tight, water-proof bandage and it's best to wear gloves
What is an example of poor cleaning and sanatizing?
answer will vary; food particles still on a plate after washing
Storing toothpicks on shelves above food in storage can cause which type of hazard??
physical
A filet bone is an example of...
a physical hazard
Leaving frozen fish to thaw on the counter over night is an example of...
time-temperature abuse
What three types of hazards make food unsafe?
Biological, Chemical, and Physical
What are some examples of pathogens?
bacteria, virus, parasite, fungi
What's the only jewelry you can wear while prepping food?
a simple band
Can chemicals in your operation contaminate food?
Yes
What is an example of a natural physical hazard in food?
fish bones, fruit pits
What is time-temperature abuse?
letting food stay too long at temperatures that allow pathogen growth
When should you change your gloves?
As soon as they are dirty or ripped
What should you NOT do at a handwashing sink?
wash vegetables/fruits, dump dirty water