SERVSAFE FOOD HANDLER TEXAS:
FOOD SAFETY, ALLERGENS, AND
HYGIENE. EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% PASS.
What is a foodborne illness? - ANS A disease transmitted to people through food.
What constitutes a foodborne-illness outbreak? - ANS When two or more people get the
same illness after eating the same food.
List the five common risk factors for foodborne illness according to the CDC. - ANS 1.
Purchasing food from unsafe sources 2. Failing to cook food correctly 3. Holding food at
incorrect temperatures 4. Using contaminated equipment 5. Practicing poor personal hygiene.
When should hands be washed? - ANS After all activities mentioned in the course and
specifically after caring for assistance animals or handling fish/shellfish.
What is the minimum temperature for hot water at a handwashing facility in Texas? -
ANS 100°F (38°C).
What is the rule regarding bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food? - ANS Operations
serving high-risk populations may not allow bare hand contact; others may if proper precautions
are taken.
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, What precautions can be taken if bare hands touch ready-to-eat food? - ANS 1. Wash hands
twice 2. Use a nail brush 3. Use hand antiseptic after washing 4. Discuss sick leave with a
manager 5. Follow other approved practices.
What must managers do if bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food is allowed? - ANS Obtain
regulatory approval, keep written procedures, document hand washing, maintain health
policies, and document corrective actions.
What is the general rule regarding live animals in foodservice operations? - ANS Live animals
are prohibited, with few exceptions.
What should you do if you are sick or have close contact with someone who is sick? - ANS Do
not work with food to prevent spreading pathogens.
What documentation must be maintained regarding bare hand contact procedures? -
ANS Written procedures, a list of ready-to-eat food items, hand washing documentation, and
employee health policies.
What is the purpose of the ServSafe® Food Handler Course? - ANS To educate food handlers
on safe food practices and regulations.
What is the significance of the Texas State Department of Health Services in this supplement? -
ANS The content is used with permission from the Texas State Department of Health
Services.
What must be done if someone notices non-compliance with food safety rules? - ANS Report
to the manager to address the issue and document corrective actions.
What is the role of the regulatory authority in food safety? - ANS To approve procedures,
inspect operations, and ensure compliance with health regulations.
What is TCS food? - ANS Time/Temperature Control for Safety food that requires specific
temperatures to prevent foodborne illness.
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FOOD SAFETY, ALLERGENS, AND
HYGIENE. EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% PASS.
What is a foodborne illness? - ANS A disease transmitted to people through food.
What constitutes a foodborne-illness outbreak? - ANS When two or more people get the
same illness after eating the same food.
List the five common risk factors for foodborne illness according to the CDC. - ANS 1.
Purchasing food from unsafe sources 2. Failing to cook food correctly 3. Holding food at
incorrect temperatures 4. Using contaminated equipment 5. Practicing poor personal hygiene.
When should hands be washed? - ANS After all activities mentioned in the course and
specifically after caring for assistance animals or handling fish/shellfish.
What is the minimum temperature for hot water at a handwashing facility in Texas? -
ANS 100°F (38°C).
What is the rule regarding bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food? - ANS Operations
serving high-risk populations may not allow bare hand contact; others may if proper precautions
are taken.
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, What precautions can be taken if bare hands touch ready-to-eat food? - ANS 1. Wash hands
twice 2. Use a nail brush 3. Use hand antiseptic after washing 4. Discuss sick leave with a
manager 5. Follow other approved practices.
What must managers do if bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food is allowed? - ANS Obtain
regulatory approval, keep written procedures, document hand washing, maintain health
policies, and document corrective actions.
What is the general rule regarding live animals in foodservice operations? - ANS Live animals
are prohibited, with few exceptions.
What should you do if you are sick or have close contact with someone who is sick? - ANS Do
not work with food to prevent spreading pathogens.
What documentation must be maintained regarding bare hand contact procedures? -
ANS Written procedures, a list of ready-to-eat food items, hand washing documentation, and
employee health policies.
What is the purpose of the ServSafe® Food Handler Course? - ANS To educate food handlers
on safe food practices and regulations.
What is the significance of the Texas State Department of Health Services in this supplement? -
ANS The content is used with permission from the Texas State Department of Health
Services.
What must be done if someone notices non-compliance with food safety rules? - ANS Report
to the manager to address the issue and document corrective actions.
What is the role of the regulatory authority in food safety? - ANS To approve procedures,
inspect operations, and ensure compliance with health regulations.
What is TCS food? - ANS Time/Temperature Control for Safety food that requires specific
temperatures to prevent foodborne illness.
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