Food safe

Which one of the following jewellery is acceptable for a food handler to wear?

Plain wedding band.

What is the correct temperature that frozen food should be kept at?

-18 degrees or lower

The ideal temperature in your fridge should be?

1 and 4 degrees.

What is the ideal temperature for Pathogens to flourish?

37 degrees .

What are the basic steps for washing hands?

Apply soap, wash thoroughly, rinse and use paper towels.

Where should raw meat be stored in a refrigerator?

At the bottom, below all other food. (it should be covered to stop juices dripping from it onto other food stuff).

Which of the following is true about bacteria;

Bacteria multiplies and grows faster in warm environments.

What is the reason for drying your hands after washing them?

Because germs and bacteria are more easily spread with wet hands.

Which of the following meats are safe to eat when they are pink or raw?

Lamb - It's fine to eat steaks and other whole cuts of beef and lamb rare, as long as the outside has been properly cooked or 'sealed'.

How many times can you reheat leftovers?

You should only reheat leftovers once, and when doing so make sure that you reheat items thoroughly.