FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD MICROBIOLOGY

FOODBORNE ILLNESS AND FOOD SAFETY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Food handler Definition
A
A person who prepares food
B
A person who delivers food
C
A person who is in direct contact with food
D
A person who grows produce
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A food handler is any individual working in a food business facility. They are involved in preparing and handling raw foods, operating food equipment, cleaning food contact surfaces, and any food operation with direct contact with food. Food handlers can be cooks, chefs, dishwashers, cleaning aide, and servers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Food handling is the process of preparing food that is safe for public consumption. Essential to implementing safe food handling is that food handlers receive training on personal hygiene and sanitation, cooking and storing food at appropriate temperatures, and other safe food handling practices.

Detailed explanation-3: -They ensure that utensils and other food preparation tools are clean and disinfected, clean up spills and leaks, and clear food scraps away from work areas. By maintaining clean and clear work spaces, food handlers promote jobsite safety and prevent the spread of foodborne illness and spoilage.

Detailed explanation-4: -wash and dry your hands thoroughly before handling food, and wash and dry them again frequently during work. dry your hands with a clean towel, disposable paper towel or under an air dryer. never smoke, chew gum, spit, change a baby’s nappy or eat in a food handling or food storage area.

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