TFM Temperature Control and Food Storage

Question 1

What is the temperature danger zone for food according to Texas food safety regulations?

Accepted Answer

41°F to 135°F

Answer

The temperature danger zone is 41°F to 135°F, the range where bacteria multiply most rapidly in food.

Question 2

What is the maximum allowable temperature for cold holding TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods?

Accepted Answer

41°F

Answer

TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below to prevent bacterial growth and keep food out of the danger zone.

Question 3

How long can TCS food safely remain in the temperature danger zone before it must be discarded?

Accepted Answer

4 hours cumulative

Answer

TCS food that has spent a cumulative total of 4 or more hours in the temperature danger zone must be discarded.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) food?

Accepted Answer

Cooked rice

Answer

Cooked rice is a TCS food because it provides moisture and nutrients that support rapid bacterial growth.

Question 5

When receiving a shipment of fresh fish, what temperature should it be at upon delivery?

Accepted Answer

41°F or below

Answer

Fresh fish must be received at 41°F or below to verify it was properly refrigerated during transport.

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