ServSafe Proper Food Storage

Question 1

According to ServSafe, which food should be stored on the BOTTOM shelf of a walk-in refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

Whole and ground poultry

Answer

Whole cuts of beef

Answer

Ready-to-eat foods

Answer

Raw seafood

Question 2

At what maximum temperature should a walk-in refrigerator be maintained for safe TCS food storage?

Accepted Answer

41°F (5°C)

Answer

45°F (7°C)

Answer

38°F (3°C)

Answer

50°F (10°C)

Question 3

What does the acronym FIFO stand for in food storage?

Accepted Answer

First In, First Out

Answer

Fresh Items, Fresh Options

Answer

Food Inventory, Food Output

Answer

First Inspection, Final Output

Question 4

How far off the floor should food and food-contact equipment be stored in a food establishment?

Accepted Answer

At least 6 inches (15 cm)

Answer

At least 4 inches (10 cm)

Answer

At least 8 inches (20 cm)

Answer

At least 12 inches (30 cm)

Question 5

Which food item should be stored ABOVE raw chicken in a walk-in refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

Raw salmon

Answer

Raw ground beef

Answer

Raw pork chops

Answer

Raw lamb chops

Question 6

When food is removed from its original container and placed in a new container, what information must be included on the label?

Accepted Answer

The food name and the use-by or discard date

Answer

Only the date it was transferred

Answer

Only the type of food

Answer

No label is needed if used within 24 hours

Question 7

How long can commercially prepared ready-to-eat TCS food be stored in a refrigerator held at 41°F (5°C) or below?

Accepted Answer

7 days

Answer

3 days

Answer

5 days

Answer

10 days