Ontario Food Handler Certificate Cleaning and Sanitizing 6

Question 1

What factors affect the effectiveness of a chemical sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

Concentration, temperature, contact time, and water hardness all affect effectiveness

Answer

Four main factors affect sanitizer effectiveness: concentration (must be at proper ppm), temperature (most work best in specific ranges), contact time (minimum exposure required), and water hardness (minerals can reduce effectiveness).

Question 2

How should a food premises handle pest droppings found on a food preparation surface?

Accepted Answer

Remove all food from the area, thoroughly clean and sanitize the surface, discard any potentially contaminated food, and contact a pest control professional

Answer

Pest droppings indicate active pest activity and potential widespread contamination. The area must be cleared, decontaminated, affected food discarded, and professional pest control engaged. The incident should also be documented.

Question 3

What is the difference between cleaning in place (CIP) and manual cleaning?

Accepted Answer

CIP uses automated systems to clean equipment without disassembly, while manual cleaning requires physical scrubbing by hand

Answer

CIP (Clean in Place) systems circulate cleaning solutions through equipment (like beverage lines or processing equipment) without disassembly. Manual cleaning requires physical disassembly and hand scrubbing. Both must achieve the same sanitization standards.

Question 4

What should be included on the label of a spray bottle containing diluted sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

The name of the chemical, its concentration, and any hazard warnings

Answer

All secondary containers (spray bottles, buckets) must be clearly labeled with the chemical name, concentration, and hazard warnings. Unlabeled containers can lead to accidental misuse, chemical mixing, or ingestion.

Question 5

Why is it important to clean drains in a food premises regularly?

Accepted Answer

Drains can harbor bacteria, create foul odors, and attract pests if not cleaned regularly

Answer

Drains accumulate organic matter that supports bacterial growth, produces odors, and attracts pests like flies and cockroaches. Regular cleaning with appropriate drain cleaners prevents these issues.

Ontario Food Handler Practice Test

Ontario Food Handler Practice Test

Ontario Food Handler Certificate Cleaning and Sanitizing 6