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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the correct way to taste food during prep?
✔✔ Use a clean spoon each time
Why should jewelry be removed before food prep?
✔✔ It can trap bacteria and fall into food
What is the purpose of hand sanitizer?
✔✔ To reduce germs after washing hands
Why should raw chicken never touch cooked food?
✔✔ It can transfer harmful bacteria
What is the proper way to store cleaning chemicals?
✔✔ Away from food and food-contact surfaces
Why must thermometers be used during cooking?
✔✔ To ensure food reaches safe temperatures
What is time-temperature abuse?
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,✔✔ Leaving food too long in unsafe temperatures
Why should food be cooled quickly after cooking?
✔✔ To prevent bacterial growth
What is the correct way to cool hot soup?
✔✔ Place in shallow containers and refrigerate
Why must aprons be clean during food prep?
✔✔ Dirty aprons can spread bacteria
What is the purpose of washing produce before cutting?
✔✔ To remove dirt, pesticides, and germs
Why should food never be placed directly on the floor?
✔✔ The floor contains dirt and bacteria
What is a clean-as-you-go practice?
✔✔ Cleaning work areas while preparing food
Why must utensils be air-dried after washing?
✔✔ Towels can reintroduce bacteria
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, Why must hands be washed before handling food?
✔✔ To remove germs and prevent spreading bacteria
What temperature keeps cold food safe?
✔✔ 41°F or below
What temperature keeps hot food safe?
✔✔ 135°F or higher
Why should raw meat be kept separate from vegetables?
✔✔ To prevent cross-contamination
What is cross-contamination?
✔✔ Transfer of bacteria from one food or surface to another
Why should cutting boards be cleaned after each use?
✔✔ To remove bacteria and food residue
What is the danger zone in food safety?
✔✔ 41°F to 135°F
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the correct way to taste food during prep?
✔✔ Use a clean spoon each time
Why should jewelry be removed before food prep?
✔✔ It can trap bacteria and fall into food
What is the purpose of hand sanitizer?
✔✔ To reduce germs after washing hands
Why should raw chicken never touch cooked food?
✔✔ It can transfer harmful bacteria
What is the proper way to store cleaning chemicals?
✔✔ Away from food and food-contact surfaces
Why must thermometers be used during cooking?
✔✔ To ensure food reaches safe temperatures
What is time-temperature abuse?
1
,✔✔ Leaving food too long in unsafe temperatures
Why should food be cooled quickly after cooking?
✔✔ To prevent bacterial growth
What is the correct way to cool hot soup?
✔✔ Place in shallow containers and refrigerate
Why must aprons be clean during food prep?
✔✔ Dirty aprons can spread bacteria
What is the purpose of washing produce before cutting?
✔✔ To remove dirt, pesticides, and germs
Why should food never be placed directly on the floor?
✔✔ The floor contains dirt and bacteria
What is a clean-as-you-go practice?
✔✔ Cleaning work areas while preparing food
Why must utensils be air-dried after washing?
✔✔ Towels can reintroduce bacteria
2
, Why must hands be washed before handling food?
✔✔ To remove germs and prevent spreading bacteria
What temperature keeps cold food safe?
✔✔ 41°F or below
What temperature keeps hot food safe?
✔✔ 135°F or higher
Why should raw meat be kept separate from vegetables?
✔✔ To prevent cross-contamination
What is cross-contamination?
✔✔ Transfer of bacteria from one food or surface to another
Why should cutting boards be cleaned after each use?
✔✔ To remove bacteria and food residue
What is the danger zone in food safety?
✔✔ 41°F to 135°F
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