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Question 1

According to US FDA Food Code standards adopted by cruise ships, what is the minimum safe internal temperature for cooked poultry?

Accepted Answer

165°F (74°C)

Answer

165°F (74°C) is the required minimum internal temperature to destroy harmful bacteria such as Salmonella in poultry.

Question 2

What is the 'temperature danger zone' for food storage on a cruise ship?

Accepted Answer

41°F to 135°F (5°C to 57°C)

Answer

The USDA and FDA define the danger zone as 41°F to 135°F (5°C to 57°C), where bacteria multiply most rapidly.

Question 3

How frequently must hot buffet food items on a cruise ship be replaced or checked for temperature compliance?

Accepted Answer

Every 4 hours

Answer

Hot food held in a buffet must be checked and maintained above 135°F every 4 hours, or discarded if it drops below that threshold.

Question 4

Which federal agency conducts the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) inspections on cruise ships calling at US ports?

Accepted Answer

CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Answer

The CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) inspects cruise ships calling at US ports and scores food safety, water quality, and hygiene practices.

Question 5

In the HACCP system used in cruise ship galleys, what does 'CCP' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Critical Control Point

Answer

CCP stands for Critical Control Point — a step in food production where a control measure can be applied to prevent or eliminate a food safety hazard.

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