CFPM CFPM Food Receiving & Storage

Question 1

At what maximum internal temperature must refrigerated TCS (Temperature Control for Safety) foods be received?

Accepted Answer

41°F (5°C)

Answer

Refrigerated TCS foods must be received at 41°F (5°C) or below to prevent the growth of harmful pathogens.

Question 2

What does the FIFO method stand for in food storage?

Accepted Answer

First In, First Out

Answer

FIFO (First In, First Out) means older stock is used before newer stock, reducing spoilage and the risk of serving expired food.

Question 3

What should a food handler check when receiving a delivery of fresh fish?

Accepted Answer

That the fish has a mild, ocean-like smell, firm flesh, and bright clear eyes

Answer

Fresh fish should have a mild ocean smell, firm flesh that springs back when pressed, and bright, clear eyes — any strong odor or soft flesh indicates spoilage.

Question 4

At what maximum temperature should frozen foods be received?

Accepted Answer

Frozen solid with no specific temperature required

Answer

Frozen foods must be received frozen solid; if they show signs of thawing or refreezing (such as ice crystals), they should be rejected.

Question 5

What is the correct order for storing raw proteins in a refrigerator from top shelf to bottom shelf?

Accepted Answer

Ready-to-eat foods, fish, whole cuts of beef/pork, ground meats, whole poultry

Answer

Foods are stored from top to bottom based on minimum required cooking temperature: ready-to-eat on top, fish next, then whole cuts of beef/pork, then ground meats, with whole poultry on the bottom.

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CFPM CFPM Food Receiving & Storage