Ontario Food Handler Certificate Food Storage and Labelling 6

Question 1

Under Canadian food labeling regulations, which of the following must appear in both English and French on pre-packaged food labels?

Accepted Answer

The product name, ingredient list, allergen information, and all mandatory label information

Answer

Only the product name

Answer

Only the allergen information

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Bilingual labeling is optional

Question 2

How should leftover hot food be handled for storage?

Accepted Answer

Cool food rapidly using approved methods, then portion into shallow containers, label, date, and refrigerate within the 6-hour cooling window

Answer

Place hot food directly in the refrigerator in a large container

Answer

Leave it on the counter until room temperature, then refrigerate

Answer

Hot food should be discarded and never stored

Question 3

What is the purpose of the 'lot code' or 'batch number' on food packaging?

Accepted Answer

It identifies the specific production batch for traceability in case of a recall or food safety investigation

Answer

It indicates the price of the item

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It tells the consumer when the food was purchased

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It is required only for organic products

Question 4

What is the maximum time cooked food can be held at room temperature before it must be discarded or properly stored?

Accepted Answer

2 hours

Answer

1 hour

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4 hours

Answer

6 hours

Question 5

Which of the following is a sign that a canned product should be rejected during receiving?

Accepted Answer

The can has dents on the side seam, is bulging, or has rust that has compromised the seal

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The can is slightly dusty

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The label is faded

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The can feels cold

Question 6

What documentation should be maintained for food storage and handling?

Accepted Answer

Temperature logs for refrigerators and freezers, receiving records, date labeling records, and cleaning schedules for storage areas

Answer

No documentation is required

Answer

Only purchase receipts

Answer

Only the temperature of the walk-in cooler