Ontario Food Handler Certificate Personal Hygiene for Food Workers 2

Question 1

Which of the following jewelry is generally permitted for food handlers in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

A plain wedding band

Answer

Rings with stones

Answer

Bracelets

Answer

Dangling earrings

Question 2

What should a food handler do before returning to work after recovering from a Salmonella infection?

Accepted Answer

Obtain clearance from a physician or public health authority

Answer

Return as soon as symptoms stop

Answer

Wait 24 hours after symptoms stop

Answer

Take antibiotics and return immediately

Question 3

Why must food handlers wear clean outer garments or uniforms?

Accepted Answer

To prevent contamination of food from street clothes that may carry dirt and bacteria

Answer

For a professional appearance only

Answer

To protect workers from food spills

Answer

It is optional under Ontario regulations

Question 4

A food handler sneezes into their elbow while preparing food. What should they do next?

Accepted Answer

Wash their hands before resuming food preparation

Answer

Continue working since they covered their sneeze

Answer

Apply hand sanitizer only

Answer

Change their apron only

Question 5

Which of the following is a proper hair restraint for food handlers?

Accepted Answer

A hair net or clean hat that fully covers the hair

Answer

A baseball cap worn backwards

Answer

A headband that holds back bangs only

Answer

Hair tied in a ponytail without a net

Question 6

Under Ontario regulations, what type of handwashing station must be provided in a food preparation area?

Accepted Answer

A dedicated handwashing sink with warm water, soap, and paper towels

Answer

Any sink can be used for handwashing

Answer

A basin with cold water is sufficient

Answer

Hand sanitizer dispensers replace the need for a sink