Personal Hygiene Flashcards

According to the FDA Food Code, what is the minimum total time for a proper handwashing procedure?

Answer: 20 seconds

The FDA Food Code requires a cleaning procedure of at least 20 seconds, including vigorous scrubbing for 10-15 seconds.

A client who cooks frequently with raw meat wants to reduce hand-to-faucet contamination. Which fixture best addresses this?

Answer: Touchless (motion-sensor) faucet

Touchless faucets eliminate the need to grip a handle with contaminated hands.

Which countertop material requires periodic sealing to stay resistant to bacteria-harboring stains?

Answer: Natural marble

Natural marble is porous and must be sealed regularly to limit absorption of liquids and bacteria.

Under the FDA Food Code, a handwashing sink must supply water at a minimum temperature of:

Answer: 100°F (38°C)

The Food Code requires handwashing sinks to supply water at least 100°F.

Where should a designer place a trash/recycling pull-out to support hygienic food prep?

Answer: Near the sink and primary prep area

Placing waste near the sink and prep zone lets users discard scraps without carrying them across the kitchen.

Which hand-drying method is most hygienic for a kitchen handwashing station?

Answer: Single-use paper towels

Single-use paper towels remove bacteria without re-contaminating hands as shared towels can.

Why is hand sanitizer NOT a substitute for handwashing in food preparation?

Answer: It does not remove soil, grease, or many pathogens effectively

Sanitizers are ineffective on greasy or soiled hands and do not physically remove pathogens like norovirus well.