Food Safety Temperature Control & Food Storage 3

Question 1

What is the maximum cold-holding temperature for TCS food?

Accepted Answer

41°F

Answer

32°F

Answer

38°F

Answer

45°F

Question 2

In the second stage of cooling, how quickly must food cool from 70°F to 41°F?

Accepted Answer

Within 4 hours

Answer

Within 2 hours

Answer

Within 6 hours

Answer

Within 8 hours

Question 3

What is the minimum internal temperature for cooking stuffed meats or stuffed pasta?

Accepted Answer

165°F

Answer

145°F

Answer

155°F

Answer

160°F

Question 4

Which type of thermometer is NOT safe to use in food service operations?

Accepted Answer

Glass thermometer

Answer

Bimetallic stemmed thermometer

Answer

Thermocouple thermometer

Answer

Thermistor thermometer

Question 5

How often should food temperatures be checked in a hot-holding unit during service?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Every 15 minutes

Answer

Every 30 minutes

Answer

Every 4 hours

Question 6

What action must be taken if TCS food has been in the temperature danger zone for more than 4 hours?

Accepted Answer

Discard the food

Answer

Reheat it to 165°F immediately

Answer

Add more ice to cool it quickly

Answer

Refrigerate it immediately