NYC FOOD PROTECTION COURSE
QUIZ QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
(GRADED A+)
Q: All food service establishments must have a current and valid permit
issued by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
A: True ✔✔
Q: Health inspectors are allowed to inspect a food service or food processing
business as long as it is operating. They must be given access to all areas
during the inspection.
A: True ✔✔
Q: Blocking or interfering with a health inspector during their duties can
result in the closure of the business and loss of its permit.
A: True ✔✔
Q: Health inspectors are allowed to collect permit fees and fines on behalf of
the Health Department.
A: False ✔✔
Q: Health inspectors must present their photo ID and official badge to the
person in charge if requested.
A: True ✔✔
Q: What does the term "potentially hazardous food" mean?
A: Any food that supports the growth of harmful microorganisms ✔✔
,Q: Are home-canned food items permitted for use in commercial food
establishments?
A: False ✔✔
Q: What is the temperature range known as the Temperature Danger Zone?
A: Between 41°F and 140°F ✔✔
Within the Temperature Danger Zone most harmful microorganism: -
ANSWERS✔✔Reproduce rapidly
The sensing portion of a bi-metallic stem thermometer is: - ANSWERS✔✔At the
dimple and downward
Shellfish tags must be filed in order of delivery date and kept for a period of 90
days. The 90-day period begins from: - ANSWERS✔✔When the product is used
up
Fresh shell eggs must be refrigerated upon receipt, at an ambient temperature of: -
ANSWERS✔✔45°F
Foods in modified atmosphere packages provide ideal conditions for the growth of:
- ANSWERS✔✔Clostridium botulinum
Chicken and other poultry are most likely to be contaminated with: -
ANSWERS✔✔Salmonella
, Smoked fish provide ideal conditions for the growth of Botulinum spores.
Therefore, this product must be stored at: - ANSWERS✔✔38°F
Which of the following cans MUST be removed from circulation? -
ANSWERS✔✔A can with a dent on a seam
All of the following are indications that fish is fresh except: - ANSWERS✔✔There
is a fishy odor
The acronym FIFO means "First In First Out" - ANSWERS✔✔True
The New York City Health code requires that all food items must be stored at least
- ANSWERS✔✔6 inches from the floor
In order to avoid cross-contamination, raw foods in a refrigerator must be stored -
ANSWERS✔✔Below cooked foods
Cold temperatures slow down the growth of microorganisms. -
ANSWERS✔✔True
Food for storage must be kept covered and/or stored in vermin-proof containers. -
ANSWERS✔✔True
Ice intended for human consumption can be used for storing cans and bottles. -
ANSWERS✔✔False
QUIZ QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
(GRADED A+)
Q: All food service establishments must have a current and valid permit
issued by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
A: True ✔✔
Q: Health inspectors are allowed to inspect a food service or food processing
business as long as it is operating. They must be given access to all areas
during the inspection.
A: True ✔✔
Q: Blocking or interfering with a health inspector during their duties can
result in the closure of the business and loss of its permit.
A: True ✔✔
Q: Health inspectors are allowed to collect permit fees and fines on behalf of
the Health Department.
A: False ✔✔
Q: Health inspectors must present their photo ID and official badge to the
person in charge if requested.
A: True ✔✔
Q: What does the term "potentially hazardous food" mean?
A: Any food that supports the growth of harmful microorganisms ✔✔
,Q: Are home-canned food items permitted for use in commercial food
establishments?
A: False ✔✔
Q: What is the temperature range known as the Temperature Danger Zone?
A: Between 41°F and 140°F ✔✔
Within the Temperature Danger Zone most harmful microorganism: -
ANSWERS✔✔Reproduce rapidly
The sensing portion of a bi-metallic stem thermometer is: - ANSWERS✔✔At the
dimple and downward
Shellfish tags must be filed in order of delivery date and kept for a period of 90
days. The 90-day period begins from: - ANSWERS✔✔When the product is used
up
Fresh shell eggs must be refrigerated upon receipt, at an ambient temperature of: -
ANSWERS✔✔45°F
Foods in modified atmosphere packages provide ideal conditions for the growth of:
- ANSWERS✔✔Clostridium botulinum
Chicken and other poultry are most likely to be contaminated with: -
ANSWERS✔✔Salmonella
, Smoked fish provide ideal conditions for the growth of Botulinum spores.
Therefore, this product must be stored at: - ANSWERS✔✔38°F
Which of the following cans MUST be removed from circulation? -
ANSWERS✔✔A can with a dent on a seam
All of the following are indications that fish is fresh except: - ANSWERS✔✔There
is a fishy odor
The acronym FIFO means "First In First Out" - ANSWERS✔✔True
The New York City Health code requires that all food items must be stored at least
- ANSWERS✔✔6 inches from the floor
In order to avoid cross-contamination, raw foods in a refrigerator must be stored -
ANSWERS✔✔Below cooked foods
Cold temperatures slow down the growth of microorganisms. -
ANSWERS✔✔True
Food for storage must be kept covered and/or stored in vermin-proof containers. -
ANSWERS✔✔True
Ice intended for human consumption can be used for storing cans and bottles. -
ANSWERS✔✔False
