Food Safety Temperature Control & Food Storage

Question 1

What is the temperature danger zone for food in the US?

Accepted Answer

41°F to 135°F

Answer

The USDA defines the temperature danger zone as 41°F to 135°F, where bacteria multiply rapidly.

Question 2

How many total hours can TCS food remain in the temperature danger zone before it must be discarded?

Accepted Answer

4 hours

Answer

TCS food must not accumulate more than 4 cumulative hours in the temperature danger zone before it is considered unsafe.

Question 3

What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry?

Accepted Answer

165°F

Answer

All poultry, including chicken and turkey, must reach an internal temperature of 165°F to destroy harmful pathogens.

Question 4

At what maximum temperature must a refrigerator be maintained to keep food safe?

Accepted Answer

41°F

Answer

Refrigerators must be maintained at 41°F or below to keep food out of the temperature danger zone.

Question 5

Which of the following is a safe method for thawing frozen food?

Accepted Answer

In the refrigerator

Answer

Thawing in the refrigerator keeps food at safe temperatures throughout the entire thawing process.

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