Illinois Food Protection Manager Exam Study
Guide | Food Safety, Sanitation & Foodborne
Illness Verified Questions with Complete A+
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Which of the following would NOT be considered a condition that can cause your immune
system to be impaired?
Muscle Ache
Which of the following is not a high risk population group for foodborne illnesses?
Teenagers
Managers must report associated illness resulting form this pathogen:
All of the above
Which of the following could be said about bacteria that cause foodborne intoxications?
produce potentially poisonous substances
All food establishments serving raw or undercooked food are required to ______.
post a consumer advisory on the wall or other visible area
An employee comes to work with glazed eyes looking yellowish in color. They could have
condition known as
Hep A (Jaundice)
Foodborne Illnesses are __________.
very contagious and dangerous
The temperature danger zone is from ____ to____ .
41 F, 135 F
Scombroid poisoning is a toxin commonly found in:
snapper
mahi mahi
, trout
catfish
mahi mahi, tuna, mackerel, bonito
Shigella is bacterial illness due to:
fecal contamination
What type of parasite would suspect in raw fish such as sushi?
Anisakis
When pathogens transfer from place to another, we call it _______.
Cross-contamination
Salmonella is found most often in:
Poutry
Ciguatera toxin may cause temporary blindness. Which type of fish is more likely to have
ciguatera toxin?
Snapper
What is the acronym that describes conditions that promote bacterial growth?
FAT TOM
Which of the following is most effective in preventing Giardia?
Using safe water supplies
Not using home-canned products
Not cooking with wild mushrooms
Using pasteurized milk
Using safe water supplies
Pest control chemicals should be applied by the:
Pest control operator
Manager
Trust family or friend
Health Inspector
Pest control operator
Guide | Food Safety, Sanitation & Foodborne
Illness Verified Questions with Complete A+
Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
Which of the following would NOT be considered a condition that can cause your immune
system to be impaired?
Muscle Ache
Which of the following is not a high risk population group for foodborne illnesses?
Teenagers
Managers must report associated illness resulting form this pathogen:
All of the above
Which of the following could be said about bacteria that cause foodborne intoxications?
produce potentially poisonous substances
All food establishments serving raw or undercooked food are required to ______.
post a consumer advisory on the wall or other visible area
An employee comes to work with glazed eyes looking yellowish in color. They could have
condition known as
Hep A (Jaundice)
Foodborne Illnesses are __________.
very contagious and dangerous
The temperature danger zone is from ____ to____ .
41 F, 135 F
Scombroid poisoning is a toxin commonly found in:
snapper
mahi mahi
, trout
catfish
mahi mahi, tuna, mackerel, bonito
Shigella is bacterial illness due to:
fecal contamination
What type of parasite would suspect in raw fish such as sushi?
Anisakis
When pathogens transfer from place to another, we call it _______.
Cross-contamination
Salmonella is found most often in:
Poutry
Ciguatera toxin may cause temporary blindness. Which type of fish is more likely to have
ciguatera toxin?
Snapper
What is the acronym that describes conditions that promote bacterial growth?
FAT TOM
Which of the following is most effective in preventing Giardia?
Using safe water supplies
Not using home-canned products
Not cooking with wild mushrooms
Using pasteurized milk
Using safe water supplies
Pest control chemicals should be applied by the:
Pest control operator
Manager
Trust family or friend
Health Inspector
Pest control operator
