ServSafe Food Contamination and Allergens 2

Question 1

Which of the following is considered a physical contaminant in food?

Accepted Answer

A piece of glass from a broken light bulb

Answer

Glass is a physical contaminant, a foreign object that can cause injury when consumed.

Question 2

A customer informs you they have a tree nut allergy. Which dish would be UNSAFE for them?

Accepted Answer

Pesto pasta made with pine nuts

Answer

Traditional pesto is made with pine nuts, which are tree nuts.

Question 3

What type of contamination occurs when a food handler does not wash their hands after using the restroom?

Accepted Answer

Biological contamination

Answer

Failing to wash hands introduces biological contaminants, primarily fecal bacteria and viruses like norovirus and hepatitis A.

Question 4

Which practice helps prevent chemical contamination in a kitchen?

Accepted Answer

Labeling all chemical containers and storing them away from food

Answer

Proper labeling and separate storage prevents accidental use in food and cross-contamination.

Question 5

Under FALCPA, which allergen must be clearly identified on packaged food labels?

Accepted Answer

Soy

Answer

Soy is one of the major allergens under FALCPA. Sesame was added later under the FASTER Act of 2021.

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