Food Handlers Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Food Handlers Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified When should gloves be changed? When dirty, torn, or changing tasks What should a worker do if they have vomiting or diarrhea? Stay home and do not handle food What is sanitizing? Reducing germs on surfaces to safe levels What is cleaning? Removing visible dirt and food from surfaces What must be done before sanitizing a surface? Clean it first What is an approved food source? A supplier inspected and approved by health authorities What should be checked when receiving food deliveries? 2 Temperature, packaging, and product condition What should be done with dented or swollen cans? Throw them away Why must hair be restrained in food service? To keep hair out of food What should be done if food is dropped on the floor? Discard it immediately Why should jewelry not be worn while preparing food? It can carry bacteria and fall into food What is personal hygiene? Keeping the body clean to prevent contamination What is time-temperature abuse? Letting food stay too long at unsafe temperatures What is proper cooling for hot food? Cool to 41°F within 6 hours 3 What is the safest temperature for cold food storage? 41°F or below What is the safest temperature for hot food holding? 135°F or above What is the food temperature danger zone? 41°F to 135°F How long can food stay in the danger zone before becoming unsafe? No more than 4 hours What is cross-contamination? The transfer of bacteria from one food or surface to another Why should raw meat be stored below ready-to-eat food? To prevent juices from dripping onto clean food What is proper handwashing time? At least 20 seconds 4 What should be used to dry hands after washing? Single-use paper towels or air dryer