Food Safety Food Allergen Awareness

Question 1

How many major food allergens are recognized by the FDA under the FASTER Act of 2021?

Accepted Answer

9

Answer

The FASTER Act of 2021 added sesame as the 9th major food allergen, joining milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the FDA's nine major food allergens?

Accepted Answer

Corn

Answer

Corn is not on the FDA's list of nine major allergens; the list includes milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.

Question 3

A customer tells a server they have a severe peanut allergy. What is the MOST important first step for the food handler?

Accepted Answer

Alert the kitchen staff and manager immediately

Answer

Immediately alerting the kitchen and manager ensures the entire team is aware so cross-contact can be prevented throughout food preparation and service.

Question 4

What term describes the unintentional transfer of an allergen from one food or surface to another?

Accepted Answer

Cross-contact

Answer

Cross-contact specifically refers to the transfer of an allergenic protein to a food that does not intentionally contain that allergen, which can trigger an allergic reaction.

Question 5

Which action BEST prevents allergen cross-contact when preparing a meal for an allergic customer?

Accepted Answer

Using dedicated, color-coded equipment for allergen-free dishes

Answer

Dedicated, color-coded equipment eliminates the risk of allergen proteins persisting on surfaces, which rinsing alone cannot fully remove.

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Food Safety Food Allergen Awareness