CSA Health & Safety Regulations 4

Question 1

Which concentration of chlorine bleach sanitizing solution is approved for sanitizing food-contact surfaces?

Accepted Answer

50–200 ppm

Answer

The FDA food code approves chlorine sanitizing solutions at 50–200 ppm for sanitizing food-contact surfaces.

Question 2

A sugar artist working with airbrush food coloring should use which protective measure to prevent inhalation?

Accepted Answer

An N95 respirator or work in a ventilated spray booth

Answer

Airbrush mist can carry fine color particles into the lungs, so an N95 respirator or spray booth ventilation is recommended.

Question 3

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a kitchen where sugar work and electrical equipment are both present?

Accepted Answer

Class ABC or K

Answer

A Class K extinguisher is designed for kitchen cooking fires, while an ABC covers other hazards, making K or ABC/K most appropriate.

Question 4

When working with sugar in high humidity, what additional health and safety consideration arises?

Accepted Answer

Mold growth risk on finished pieces if not sealed

Answer

High humidity causes sugar art to absorb moisture, creating conditions favorable for mold growth if the piece is stored without proper sealing.

Question 5

Under most US state health codes, a food handler's cut or wound on the hand must be covered with:

Accepted Answer

A brightly colored (blue) bandage and a glove

Answer

Brightly colored (often blue) bandages are required so they are easily spotted if they fall into food, and a glove adds a second barrier.

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