Ontario Food Handler Certificate Cross-Contamination Prevention 3

Question 1

How should a food handler transport raw chicken and fresh produce from a supplier?

Accepted Answer

In separate bags or containers, with raw chicken double-bagged on the bottom

Answer

Raw chicken must be separated from fresh produce during transport to prevent juice leakage onto ready-to-eat items. Double-bagging and placing raw meat on the bottom provides maximum protection.

Question 2

What is the proper method for washing fruits and vegetables to reduce contamination risk?

Accepted Answer

Rinse them under clean running water and scrub firm produce with a clean brush

Answer

Fruits and vegetables should be rinsed under clean running water. Firm produce like potatoes and melons should be scrubbed with a clean produce brush. Soap and bleach are not recommended for produce.

Question 3

Which scenario represents the highest risk of cross-contamination?

Accepted Answer

Storing cleaning chemicals on a shelf above food items

Answer

Storing chemicals above food creates a high risk of chemical contamination — a spill or leak could directly contaminate food below. This is a violation of Ontario regulations. The sanitized cutting board (B) still poses some risk but has been mitigated.

Question 4

During a busy service, a food handler drops a spoon on the floor and picks it up. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Place it in the dirty dish area and get a clean spoon

Answer

Any utensil that contacts the floor must be treated as contaminated. It should be placed with dirty dishes for proper washing and sanitizing, and a clean utensil should be used instead.

Question 5

What role does proper ventilation play in preventing cross-contamination?

Accepted Answer

Proper ventilation reduces airborne contaminants and prevents condensation that can drip onto food

Answer

Proper ventilation removes airborne contaminants, cooking fumes, and excess moisture. Condensation from poor ventilation can drip onto food and food-contact surfaces, creating contamination risks.

Ontario Food Handler Practice Test

Ontario Food Handler Practice Test

Ontario Food Handler Certificate Cross-Contamination Prevention 3