SNHD Personal Hygiene

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

20 seconds

Answer

SNHD and FDA guidelines require at least 20 seconds of vigorous scrubbing to effectively remove pathogens from hands.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A plain metal wedding band

Answer

Plain metal bands have no crevices to harbor bacteria, making them generally acceptable, while other jewelry can trap pathogens and contaminate food.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A designated handwashing sink only

Answer

Handwashing must be performed only at a designated handwashing sink to prevent cross-contamination of food prep and dishwashing sinks.

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

Sneezing deposits respiratory pathogens onto hands, requiring immediate handwashing at a designated sink before any further food contact.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Liquid soap from a dispenser

Answer

Liquid soap from a dispenser is required because bar soap can be handled by multiple people and become a source of cross-contamination.

SNHD - Southern Nevada Health District Practice Test