Food Allergies and Allergen Management Flashcards
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Which of the following is a priority allergen recognized in Canada?
Answer: Mustard
Mustard is one of Canada's 14 priority food allergens and must be clearly declared on food labels.
When a customer with a known allergy places an order, how should the information be communicated to the kitchen?
Answer: Written on the order ticket and communicated verbally
Writing it on the order ticket AND communicating verbally ensures the entire kitchen team is aware and reduces the risk of mistakes.
What does a "may contain" warning on a food label indicate?
Answer: There is a risk of unintentional allergen presence due to shared equipment
"May contain" is a voluntary precautionary statement indicating a risk of unintentional allergen cross-contact during manufacturing.
What is the best practice for equipment when preparing a meal for someone with a food allergy?
Answer: Use dedicated, thoroughly cleaned equipment for allergen-free preparation
Using dedicated, thoroughly cleaned equipment prevents cross-contact, as allergen proteins can remain on surfaces even after brief rinsing.
Which of the following symptoms requires an immediate emergency response as a sign of anaphylaxis?
Answer: Throat swelling and difficulty breathing
Throat swelling and difficulty breathing are signs of anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction requiring immediate epinephrine and a call to 911.
If a food handler is unsure whether a dish contains a specific allergen, what should they do?
Answer: Check with the chef or review the recipe and ingredient labels before serving
Checking with the chef or reviewing the recipe and ingredient labels ensures accurate allergen information is provided to protect the customer.
How should foods containing major allergens be stored to prevent cross-contact?
Answer: In clearly labeled, sealed containers separate from allergen-free foods
Storing allergen-containing foods in labeled, sealed containers separate from other foods prevents cross-contact during storage.