Food safety - Exam
  • 1. Food safety refers to the conditions and practices that ensure food is safe to consume. This includes proper handling, storage, and preparation of food to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses. Food safety measures aim to protect against harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, and chemical substances that can cause food poisoning. It is important to follow best practices in food safety to protect the health of consumers and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.

    What is the recommended minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry?
A) 165°F
B) 150°F
C) 145°F
D) 180°F
  • 2. What is the proper way to store leftovers in the refrigerator?
A) Mixed together in one container
B) No need to cover them
C) In open containers
D) In shallow containers with lids
  • 3. At what temperature should the refrigerator be set to for optimal food safety?
A) 55°F
B) 45°F
C) 50°F
D) Below 40°F
  • 4. What should you do if you accidentally leave perishable food out of refrigeration for an extended period of time?
A) Discard it
B) Reheat it
C) Inject it with vinegar
D) Serve it cold
  • 5. How often should you wash your hands when preparing food?
A) Once a day
B) Before and after handling food
C) Every few hours
D) Only when they appear dirty
  • 6. What is the best way to sanitize kitchen surfaces to prevent foodborne illnesses?
A) Wipe with a dry cloth
B) Use a mixture of bleach and water
C) Boil water and pour over the surfaces
D) Spray with vinegar
  • 7. What is the danger of storing raw meat above ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator?
A) Ensuring even cooling
B) Preventing spoilage
C) Improving flavor
D) Cross-contamination
  • 8. What is the maximum amount of time perishable food should be left at room temperature?
A) 8 hours
B) 4 hours
C) 2 hours
D) 6 hours
  • 9. What is a common source of chemical contamination in food?
A) Natural minerals found in soil.
B) Hand washing by farm workers.
C) Organic farming techniques.
D) Pesticides used during agricultural production.
  • 10. What is one long-term health effect of chemical contamination?
A) Chronic diseases from prolonged exposure.
B) Immediate recovery without any symptoms.
C) Short-lived allergic reactions only.
D) Temporary discomfort that resolves quickly.
  • 11. What can cause physical contamination in food?
A) Unsanitary kitchens or preparation areas
B) Using only organic ingredients
C) Storing food in airtight containers
D) Cooking food to the correct temperature
  • 12. Which health effect is NOT typically associated with chemical contamination?
A) Organ damage.
B) Increase in certain cancers.
C) Gastrointestinal problems.
D) Neurological problems.
  • 13. What was the bacteria strain involved in the E. coli outbreak in 2018?
A) E. coli O157:H7.
B) Campylobacter jejuni.
C) Salmonella Enteritidis.
D) Listeria monocytogenes.
  • 14. What is the primary cause of food poisoning worldwide?
A) Bacterial contamination.
B) Physical contamination.
C) Allergic reactions to food additives.
D) Chemical contamination.
  • 15. How often are ISO 22000 standards reviewed?
A) Only when significant issues arise.
B) Every 10 years.
C) Annually.
D) Every 5 years.
  • 16. What percentage of reported food poisoning outbreaks in the WHO European Region occur in private homes?
A) 70%.
B) About 30%.
C) 50%.
D) 10%.
  • 17. How many cases of foodborne illness are reported annually in the USA?
A) 76 million.
B) 30 million.
C) 50 million.
D) 100 million.
  • 18. What is the danger zone temperature range for bacterial growth?
A) 32 °C to 50 °C.
B) 10 °C to 30 °C.
C) 5 °C to 60 °C.
D) -18 °C to 0 °C.
  • 19. What is a common symptom of E. coli infection?
A) Joint pain.
B) Diarrhea.
C) Fever without gastrointestinal symptoms.
D) Skin rash.
  • 20. What is the maximum recommended storage time for food in a cold environment?
A) One to seven days.
B) Indefinitely as long as it's refrigerated.
C) Two weeks.
D) Three months.
  • 21. What is the maximum recommended storage time for food in a frozen environment?
A) One to twelve months.
B) Indefinitely as long as it's frozen.
C) Two years.
D) Six months.
  • 22. What is a common feature of numerical scoring or grading systems in inspections?
A) No use of scores or grades
B) Different weights for various non-compliance issues
C) Equal weight for all compliance issues
D) Scores are based on inspector's personal judgment
  • 23. What is the estimated number of deaths worldwide due to foodborne illness in 2010?
A) Approximately 300,000
B) Approximately 420,000
C) Approximately 600 million
D) Approximately 1 million
  • 24. In what year did the WHO and FAO publish the Codex Alimentarius?
A) 1963
B) 1999
C) 1975
D) 1982
  • 25. What must WTO members do if they want stricter food safety measures than Codex standards?
A) Adopt Codex standards without changes.
B) Follow EU regulations instead.
C) Seek approval from the WHO.
D) Justify these measures scientifically.
  • 26. Are sulphite additives allowed in coconut milk within the EU according to the text?
A) No, they are unauthorised.
B) They are conditionally authorised.
C) Yes, they are authorised.
D) Only certain types of sulphites are allowed.
  • 27. Which environmental measure helps prevent food contamination?
A) Disregarding wastewater treatment
B) Reducing crop diversity
C) Safe manure management
D) Ignoring soil conservation
  • 28. What type of testing can be used to determine shelf life before long-term results are completed?
A) Market analysis
B) Consumer feedback
C) Accelerated shelf life testing
D) Long-term storage
  • 29. Which of the following occupations is NOT typically required to demonstrate food safety training in the UK?
A) Cooks
B) Chefs
C) Teachers
D) Childminders
  • 30. When was the Vietnam Food Administration established?
A) 2005
B) 1999
C) 1985
D) 2010
  • 31. Who delivers food safety training in Australia?
A) Codex Alimentarius Committee
B) Registered Training Organisations (RTOs)
C) European Commission
D) World Health Organization
  • 32. Which French governmental agency deals with food safety?
A) Agence nationale de sécurité sanitaire de l'alimentation, de l'environnement et du travail
B) Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique
C) Direction Générale de la Concurrence, de la Consommation et de la Répression des Fraudes
D) Ministère de la Santé
  • 33. What was the first major food recall in the US caused by?
A) Frozen vegetables
B) Canned mushrooms
C) Peanut butter
D) Ice cream
  • 34. Which agency shares oversight responsibilities in the US food safety system alongside FSIS and FDA?
A) 20 agencies
B) 15 agencies
C) 10 agencies
D) 5 agencies
  • 35. What is one method used by manufacturers to recall contaminated food products?
A) Random sampling of products in stores.
B) Public announcements on social media.
C) Batch number tracking technique.
D) Direct mail notifications to consumers.
  • 36. What is a critical One Health food-safety issue related to antimicrobial use?
A) Food allergies
B) Microbial diversity
C) Nutritional deficiencies
D) Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
  • 37. When was the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in South Korea established?
A) 1945
B) 1950
C) 1975
D) 1960
  • 38. What system was created to collect data on all confirmed cases of botulism in the US?
A) CDC Food Safety Program
B) FoodNet
C) National Botulism Surveillance System
D) FDA Outbreak Response Team
  • 39. What is a key aspect of prevention within a One Health framework?
A) Ignoring good agricultural practices.
B) Cross-sector cooperation.
C) Avoiding public-health messaging.
D) Isolation of individual sectors.
  • 40. What percentage of employment did the U.S. food and fiber system account for in 2011?
A) 25%
B) 18%
C) 10%
D) 5%
  • 41. What novel by Upton Sinclair raised public concern about food safety in the early 1900s?
A) Fast Food Nation
B) The Jungle
C) Silent Spring
D) Animal Farm
  • 42. What is a benefit of integrating equity into food safety programs?
A) Focusing only on large markets.
B) Ignoring local contexts.
C) Excluding smallholder farmers.
D) Promoting inclusive participation.
  • 43. What is required by federal law in the United States regarding expiration dates on infant formula and baby foods?
A) Must be withdrawn by their expiration date
B) Voluntary dating
C) No specific requirements
D) Use by date
  • 44. Under HACCP guidelines, which agency's part number governs juice manufacturers' plans?
A) 21 CFR part 123
B) 10 CFR part 130
C) 9 CFR part 417
D) 21 CFR part 120
  • 45. When was the name of Germany's Federal Ministry changed to its current form?
A) 1 January 1999
B) 30 June 2003
C) 15 March 2010
D) 22 November 2005
  • 46. Under which law do restaurants and other retail food establishments typically fall?
A) State law
B) International regulations
C) Federal law
D) Local ordinance
  • 47. What was the worst food-borne illness outbreak in US history caused by improper handling of oysters?
A) Typhoid fever epidemic
B) Botulism outbreak
C) E. coli outbreak
D) Salmonella outbreak
  • 48. How many pounds of imported meat and poultry products were inspected at US borders by FSIS in FY 2008?
A) 1.5 billion pounds
B) 3.3 billion pounds
C) 5 billion pounds
D) 10 billion pounds
  • 49. Which country reported unauthorised sulphite in coconut milk from Thailand?
A) France
B) Denmark
C) Germany
D) Australia
  • 50. What is a major challenge faced by supermarket managers in China according to the World Bank survey?
A) Excessive supply of organic food
B) Difficulty obtaining produce that meets safety requirements
C) Lack of demand for green food
D) Over-regulation of chemical additives
  • 51. What is a common requirement for official inspections of retail food establishments?
A) Employee satisfaction surveys
B) Best food-handling practices
C) Customer feedback forms
D) Minimum wage compliance
  • 52. Which year marked the beginning of effective record keeping for controlling food-borne illness outbreaks?
A) 1969
B) 1970
C) 1980
D) 1993
  • 53. What is a major challenge for food safety systems in low- and middle-income countries?
A) Limited laboratory capacity
B) Advanced surveillance technologies
C) Excessive data-sharing capabilities
D) Overabundance of workforce
  • 54. When did the FDA begin sanitization programs specifically for shellfish and milk?
A) 1993
B) 1969
C) 1985
D) 1973
  • 55. Who oversees federal slaughterhouse inspectors as mentioned in the text?
A) Dr. Dean Wyatt, a USDA veterinarian
B) A local government inspector
C) A state-level health official
D) The FDA Commissioner
  • 56. What must importers in Japan do according to Article 27 of the Food Sanitation Act?
A) Register with the Ministry for Primary Industries
B) Submit import notification
C) Ensure food is prepared hygienically
D) Obtain a license from the National Food Chain Safety Office
  • 57. How many government accredited certification bodies are registered with KFDA?
A) 150
B) 200
C) 328
D) 500
  • 58. What percentage of adults discarded food near the packaging date occasionally, according to a 2019 study?
A) 70%
B) 50%
C) 95%
D) 86%
  • 59. Which administration put $43 million into the Food Safety Initiative?
A) Obama administration
B) Clinton administration
C) Reagan administration
D) Bush administration
  • 60. What percentage of the US population is represented by states that have adopted food codes patterned after the FDA Food Code?
A) 79%
B) 100%
C) 90%
D) 50%
  • 61. What percentage of US government inspectors reported corporate interests influencing their agency's policies according to a 2010 survey?
A) 25%
B) 10%
C) 75%
D) 50%
  • 62. What is the intended use for most packaging dates provided by manufacturers?
A) Reflect when an item is at peak quality
B) Indicate best price point
C) Show production date
D) Inform consumers when food is no longer safe to eat
  • 63. In what year was the Federal Meat Inspection Act passed?
A) 1906
B) 1910
C) 1925
D) 1907
  • 64. In how many countries have organic certification bodies been registered in KFDA?
A) 15
B) 29
C) 50
D) 40
  • 65. Which President called on Congress to pass the Pure Food and Drug Act after reading The Jungle?
A) President Theodore Roosevelt
B) President Warren G. Harding
C) President William Howard Taft
D) President Woodrow Wilson
  • 66. Which organization provides technical assistance to the Vietnam Food Administration for capacity building?
A) FAO
B) UNICEF
C) WHO
D) World Bank
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