SNHD Personal Hygiene

Question 1

How long must food handlers scrub their hands during proper handwashing?

Accepted Answer

20 seconds

Answer

10 seconds

Answer

30 seconds

Answer

60 seconds

Question 2

Which of the following jewelry items is generally acceptable to wear while handling food?

Accepted Answer

A plain metal wedding band

Answer

A watch with a fabric band

Answer

A bracelet with links

Answer

A ring with gemstones

Question 3

At which type of sink must food handlers wash their hands?

Accepted Answer

A designated handwashing sink only

Answer

Any available sink in the kitchen

Answer

The 3-compartment sink

Answer

The produce prep sink

Question 4

A food handler sneezes into their hands during a shift. What must they do before continuing work?

Accepted Answer

Wash hands immediately at a handwashing sink

Answer

Use hand sanitizer and continue

Answer

Change gloves only

Answer

Wipe hands on a clean towel

Question 5

Which type of soap is required for handwashing in a food establishment?

Accepted Answer

Liquid soap from a dispenser

Answer

Bar soap kept near the sink

Answer

Dish detergent

Answer

Any soap that creates a lather

Question 6

What should food handlers do with their hair while working in a food prep area?

Accepted Answer

Restrain it with a hat, hairnet, or approved covering

Answer

Wash it daily before each shift

Answer

Keep it tied back loosely with a rubber band

Answer

Short hair requires no restraint

Question 7

When must food handlers wash their hands? (Select the most complete answer)

Accepted Answer

After using the restroom, before food prep, after handling raw meat, and after touching their face

Answer

Only before starting their shift

Answer

Every two hours during the shift

Answer

Only after handling raw poultry or seafood