CPFS Food Safety & Sanitation Practices

Question 1

Why is food safety important in foodservice operations?

Accepted Answer

To prevent foodborne illnesses and protect customers' health

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To increase the cost of food production

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To limit the variety of food offered

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To decrease food production time

Question 2

What is cross-contamination in foodservice?

Accepted Answer

When harmful microorganisms are transferred between foods or surfaces

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When food is cooked at different temperatures

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When food is kept in the refrigerator for too long

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When food is improperly seasoned

Question 3

Why is it important to store raw meat separately from ready-to-eat foods?

Accepted Answer

To prevent cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods

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To reduce the storage space needed in the kitchen

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To make food preparation easier

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To ensure food stays fresh longer

Question 4

What is the proper temperature for storing perishable food in the refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

40°F (4°C) or lower

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60°F (15°C)

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35°F (1°C)

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50°F (10°C)

Question 5

What is the proper way to thaw frozen food?

Accepted Answer

By thawing it in the refrigerator, cold water, or microwave

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By leaving it out on the counter at room temperature

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By heating it in a deep fryer

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By leaving it in the oven

Question 6

Why is it necessary to clean and sanitize food-contact surfaces regularly?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the buildup of harmful bacteria and pathogens

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To make surfaces look clean and shiny

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To prevent food from sticking to surfaces

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To make the kitchen smell good

Question 7

What is the minimum internal temperature for cooking poultry to ensure it is safe to eat?

Accepted Answer

165°F (74°C)

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140°F (60°C)

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160°F (71°C)

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150°F (66°C)

Question 8

What should be done if food is left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours?

Accepted Answer

It should be discarded to prevent foodborne illness

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It can be refrigerated and eaten later

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It should be reheated to high temperatures and eaten

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It should be stored for further use

Question 9

Why is handwashing important in foodservice?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses that cause illness

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To make hands smell good

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To avoid staining hands with food residue

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To make the kitchen look cleaner