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Question 1 #FHC-45 (Worth 1 point)

Why should there be separate areas for food preparation and hand washing ? (40)

A) To allow more work space for each member of staff

B) To minimise the risk of cross contamination

C) To allow different detergents to be made available

D) To ensure that staff wash their hands on a regular basis

Question 2 #FHC-8 (Worth 1 point)

As a food handler you must (66)

A) Turn up to work on time

B) Not smoke in the canteen

C) Report any food safety risks to your employer

D) Not have an accident at work

Question 3 #FHC-5 (Worth 1 point)

Poor hygiene practices can result in what ? (45)

A) Lower yields and throughput

B) Lost business / orders and jobs

C) More efficient production

D) Higher wages

Question 4 #FHC-17 (Worth 1 point)

What is the best practical way of keeping uncooked food safe and of high quality ? (9)

A) Keep it cool and free of contamination

B) Keep it in a warm dry place

C) Wash it in clean water frequently

D) Never touch it with your hands, only gloves

Question 5 #FHC-30 (Worth 1 point)

Why are waterproof dressings used by food handlers BRIGHTLY coloured ? (24)

A) They are easy to see if they fall off

B) They protect cuts from infection

C) They do not come off easily

D) They are waterproof

Question 6 #FHC-32 (Worth 1 point)

Why do you need to carry out frequent and effective cleaning ? (26)

A) To keep equipment working well

B) To reduce bacteria to safe levels

C) To keep your employer happy

D) To keep the seafood fresh

Question 7 #FHC-47 (Worth 1 point)

Which of the following is most likely to cause chemical contamination of food ? (42)

A) Latex gloves

B) Dead insects

C) sanitiser or detergent

D) Steel screws

Question 8 #FHC-64 (Worth 1 point)

What is the main reason why good standards of hygiene in seafood factories are important ? (61)

A) To make sure that the seafood is safe to eat

B) To ensure the company is profitable

C) To prevent food waste

D) To ensure that workers keep their jobs

Question 9 #FHC-7 (Worth 1 point)

Under the food hygiene laws it is illegal to (65)

A) Work long hours without overtime

B) Sell poor quality seafood at too high a price

C) Wrongly label seafood

D) Sell seafood unfit for human consumption

Question 10 #FHC-37 (Worth 1 point)

Why is it illegal to smoke in a food production or packing area ? (31)

A) Smoke and ash can contaminate food

B) Your hands become contaminated with bacteria from your mouth

C) It can significantly increase the risk of food contamination

D) All of these

Question 11 #FHC-66 (Worth 1 point)

What is the most common cause of food poisoning ? (63)

A) Seagulls

B) Poisonous plants

C) Pathogenic bacteria

D) Industrial sanitizers

Question 12 #FHC-40 (Worth 1 point)

Which date mark should be clearly marked on highly perishable seafood products that may be a food safety risk? (35)

A) Sell by

B) Use by

C) Best before

D) Stock until

Question 13 #FHC-2 (Worth 1 point)

What can cause food poisoning ? (12)

A) Using poor quality fish

B) Rough handling of raw materials

C) Poor hygiene practices

D) Poor business practices

Question 14 #FHC-26 (Worth 1 point)

Why is it NOT ok to wear your work clothes outside ? (19)

A) It's against the law

B) It doesn't look very smart

C) Customers might see you and object

D) You may bring dirt and contamination into the factory

Question 15 #FHC-53 (Worth 1 point)

Which of the following must food businesses have ? (49)

A) A written cleaning schedule

B) Adequate staffing levels

C) A hand washing basin

D) Evidence of fire drills

Question 16 #FHC-21 (Worth 1 point)

Which of the following will NOT help to keep food safe ? (14)

A) Good temperature control

B) Well trained and motivated staff

C) Passing the buck to others

D) Regular and effective cleaning

Question 17 #FHC-31 (Worth 1 point)

If you have a stomach upset / bowel disorder or skin problem what does the law say you must do? (25)

A) Go to the doctor and take the day off

B) Tell your employer about it before starting work

C) Visit the pharmacist and take some medicine

D) Stay off work until you are feeling much better

Question 18 #FHC-9 (Worth 1 point)

In a well-run seafood processing factory where would you most likely find food spoilage bacteria ? (67)

A) In the fresh water supply

B) In and on the raw material

C) On the final product

D) On food contact surfaces

Question 19 #FHC-39 (Worth 1 point)

How should frozen fish fillets be defrosted (33)

A) In a chiller or refrigerator

B) Overnight in a warm place

C) Under the cold tap or in cold water

D) Next to the frying range or other warm place

Question 20 #FHC-49 (Worth 1 point)

Which of the of the following is considered a high care or high risk food ? (44)

A) Cooked Crab

B) Fried chips

C) raw fish pie mix

D) cold smoked salmon

Question 21 #FHC-44 (Worth 1 point)

If an enforcement officer found that food premises presented an imminent risk to health what would they have the power to do ? (39)

A) Write to all the staff to warn them about it.

B) Impose on on-the-spot fine of up to £1,000

C) Make the business register with the Food Standards Agency

D) Serve a hygiene emergency prohibition notice

Question 22 #FHC-1 (Worth 1 point)

What are common symptoms of food poisoning ? (1)

A) Spots or skin rash

B) Earache

C) Vomiting or diarrhoea

D) Headache

Question 23 #FHC-65 (Worth 1 point)

Which of the following is an example of physical contamination ? (62)

A) Bacteria

B) Mould

C) Disinfectant

D) String

Question 24 #FHC-23 (Worth 1 point)

What is the most common cause of chemical contamination of seafood ? (16)

A) Pollution in the sea

B) Poor rinsing of cleaning chemicals

C) Using too little ice

D) Pests

Question 25 #FHC-29 (Worth 1 point)

Why should you not smoke in a food handling area ? (22)

A) It is not very nice

B) It is against the law

C) It is a fire risk

D) There are no ash trays to use

Question 26 #FHC-28 (Worth 1 point)

When is it MOST important to wash your hands ? (21)

A) After a visit to the toilet

B) After filling in production records

C) After sharpening a filleting knife

D) After touching fish

Question 27 #FHC-4 (Worth 1 point)

What is one of the possible costs of poor hygiene ? (34)

A) Higher prices for raw materials

B) Loss of customers and business

C) Greater production costs

D) Cheaper cleaning

Question 28 #FHC-35 (Worth 1 point)

Which one of the following statements is wrong ? (29)

A) Detergents help remove grease

B) Detergents need to be rinsed off after use

C) Detergents are good cleaning agents

D) Detergents kill bacteria

Question 29 #FHC-38 (Worth 1 point)

Which action would best protect seafood from bacterial contamination ? (32)

A) Making sure the seafood processing area is tidy

B) Washing your hands between handling raw and processed seafood

C) Keeping accurate traceability records

D) Using a computer-controlled stock rotation system

Question 30 #FHC-12 (Worth 1 point)

Which of these temperatures is in the Danger Zone ? (4)

A) 4 °C

B) -18 °C

C) 37 °C

D) 82 °C