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ServSafe 90 Questions and Answers
latest 2025
A customer who consumes peanuts
and experiences swelling and difficulty
breathing may be experiencing?
A.) chemical poisoning. B.) choking from a physical hazard C.) a symptom of a
pathogen. D.) an allergic reaction.
- D.) An allergic reaction.
Observing food handlers' performance
on the job, testing their food safety
knowledge, and reviewing past health
inspection reports are three ways a
manager can? A.)assess training needs.
B.)effectively manage food cost. C.)avoid having regular health inspections.
D.)determine the employee work schedule.
- A.) Assess training needs.
Food served on a salad bar MUST be
labeled with the food's...
A.) artificial flavors. B.)nutrient content C.)common name. D.)preservatives.
- C.)Common Name.
What is an example of a physical
contaminant? A.)Copper pot B.)Raw red kidney bean. C.)Piece of plastic D.)Toxic
mushroom
- C.) Piece of plastic
Food handlers should wash their hands
after... A.)working with ready-to-eat food and before handling raw food. B.)removing
gloves and before handling
trash. C.)engaging in activities that contaminate hands. D.)entering the restroom.
- C.)Engaging in activities that contaminate hands
Shigella spp. causes a foodborne
illness that is transmitted by employees
who fail to... A.)wash their hands. B.)change their gloves. C.)report their illness. D.)wear
clean uniforms.
- A.) Wash their hands.
A seafood operation is located in a
riverfront community known for its
oysters. Each morning, the
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A customer who consumes peanuts and experiences swelling and difficulty breathing may be experiencing? A.) chemical poisoning. B.) choking from a physical hazard C.) a symptom of a pathogen. D.) an allergic reaction.

  • D.) An allergic reaction. Observing food handlers' performance on the job, testing their food safety knowledge, and reviewing past health inspection reports are three ways a manager can? A.)assess training needs. B.)effectively manage food cost. C.)avoid having regular health inspections. D.)determine the employee work schedule.
  • A.) Assess training needs. Food served on a salad bar MUST be labeled with the food's... A.) artificial flavors. B.)nutrient content C.)common name. D.)preservatives.
  • C.)Common Name. What is an example of a physical contaminant? A.)Copper pot B.)Raw red kidney bean. C.)Piece of plastic D.)Toxic mushroom
  • C.) Piece of plastic Food handlers should wash their hands after... A.)working with ready-to-eat food and before handling raw food. B.)removing gloves and before handling trash. C.)engaging in activities that contaminate hands. D.)entering the restroom.
  • C.)Engaging in activities that contaminate hands Shigella spp. causes a foodborne illness that is transmitted by employees who fail to... A.)wash their hands. B.)change their gloves. C.)report their illness. D.)wear clean uniforms.
  • A.) Wash their hands. A seafood operation is located in a riverfront community known for its oysters. Each morning, the

owner/operator harvests fresh oysters to shuck raw or cook for the customers. Is this practice legal? A.)No, because fresh molluscan shellfish such as oysters and clams must be inspected by the USDA. B.)No, because molluscan shellfish must be purchased from an approved supplier. C.)Yes, as long as the molluscan shellfish are stored at 41°F (5°C) or below before shucking or cooking. D.)Yes, as long as the operation is licensed by the local health department.

  • B.)No, because molluscan shellfish must be purchased from an approved supplier. Which example would be considered a physical contaminant? A.)Caterpillar found in a case of lettuce B.)Foul odor coming from fresh seafood C.)Buildup of heavy frost on frozen fruit D.) Seaweed in a container with live shellfish
  • A.) Caterpillar found in a case of lettuce When a food recall occurs, the operation must... A.)immediately notify customers. B.)immediately notify the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). C.) throw out all of the food item. D.) discontinue use of the food item.
  • D.) Discontinue use of the food item Besides chlorine, what are the chemical sanitizers approved for operations? A.) Ammonia and isopropyl alcohol B.)Hydrogen peroxide and quaternary ammonium. C.)iodine and quaternary ammonium D.)Isopropyl alcohol and hydrogen peroxide
  • C.) Iodine and quaternary ammonium The hair, nose, throat, and infected cuts of an average healthy person... A.)carry no harmful bacteria. B.)may carry Staphylococcus. C.)carry only helpful bacteria. D.)may carry Clostridium botulinum.
  • B.) may carry Staphyloccocus By washing their hands each time before entering the food-prep area, a Person in Charge (PIC)... A.)reinforces behavior through modeling. B.) has the potential to dry out their hands. C.) will not get a rash from wearing gloves. D.) will avoid washing their hands in the restroom.
  • A.) reinforces behavior through modeling.

Why should all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) RTE food be labeled with a use-by date that is 7 days after it's made? A.)Pathogens grow to dangerous levels after 7 days B.)The food's nutritional value decreases after 7 days C.)Food handlers could get infected if they handle the food after 7 days D.)Food quality and flavor greatly decline after 7 days

  • A.)Pathogens grow to dangerous levels after 7 days The condition that occurs when the pressure of the water supply drops below that of the contaminated supply is known as... A.)cross-contamination. B.)water system failure C.)backsiphonage. D.)flood rim intrusion.
  • C.)Backsiphonage Water hardness can affect cleaning by... A.)requiring greater contact time for sanitizers. B.) having little effect on bacteria, not viruses. C.) reducing the temperature requirements of the detergent solution. D.)decreasing the effectiveness of detergents.
  • A.)Requiring greater contact time for sanitizers. Which food is safe to eat if cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for at least 15 seconds? A.)Baked Fish B.)Roast poultry C.) Ground beef D.)Pork sausage
  • A.)Baked fish NSF International is an organization that... A.)writes the Food Code. B.)evaluates and tests foodservice equipment. C.)provides safety data sheets D.)enforces food safety regulations.
  • B.)Evaluates and tests foodservice equipment. Correct handwashing must take a total of at least how many seconds? A.)10 B.)15 C.)20 D.)
  • C.) What precaution should a food handler take when cleaning up vomit? A.)Determine the correct sanitizer to use. B.)Wash hands before beginning clean up. C.)Wear personal protective equipment. D.)Notify the local regulatory authority.
  • C.)Wear personal protective equipment A cook checks the temperature of soup

being held for service, and it is 130°F (54°C). The cook reheats the soup to 165°F (74°C). This is an example of... A.)taking a corrective action. B.)performing a hazard analysis. C.)establishing a critical limit. D.)verifying safety standards.

  • A.)Taking a corrective action. What is the BEST way to handle recalled food items? A.)Keep them in inventory while awaiting further instructions but ask staff not to use them. B.)Remove them from inventory and discard them as quickly as possible. C.)Remove them from inventory and donate them to a local food bank. D.)Remove them from inventory and relocate them to a separate area.
  • D.)Remove them from inventory and relocate them to a separate area. Which form of training considers the special needs of individual food handlers? A.)Lecture delivery B.)Group-work training C.)Expert guest speaker D.)One- on-one training
  • D.)One-on-one training What is the proper cold holding temperature for fresh beef? A.)41°F (5°C) B.)45°F (7°C) C.) 50°F (10°c) D.)55°F(13°C)
  • A.)41°F (5°C) Seafood must be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of... A.)135°F(57°C) B.)145°F(63°C) C.)155°F (68°C) D.)165°F(74°F)
  • B.)145°F (63°C) What is the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirement for an off-site caterer who will be serving food without temperature controls? A.) Use equipment that is National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved as safe for outdoor use. B.) Employ a certified master chef level by the American Culinary Federation (ACF). C.) Provide calibrated thermometers, clean aprons, closed toed shoes, and hairnets. D.)Provide written procedures, prepared in advance, made available upon request to authorities.
  • D.)Provide written procedures, prepared in advance, made available upon request to authorities A food handler who is prepping salads sneezes on the food. What should the

the... A.)crackers have been packaged under sterile conditions. B.)water activity in the crackers will not support the growth of bacteria. C.)manufacturers of the crackers are inspected by the FDA. D.)individual packaging protects the crackers from contamination.

  • D.)Individual packaging protects the crackers from contamination. The dishwasher is not working and utensils must be washed by hand in a three-compartment sink. What should the dish washer do first? A.)Clean and sanitize sinks and drain boards. B.)Load the first sink with dirty dishes. C.)Place towels next to the third sink. D.)Prepare the sanitizing solution.
  • A.)Clean and sanitize sinks and drain boards. Individuals who deliberately contaminate food can be accused of... A.)cross-contact. B.)food tampering. C.)food theft. D.)foodborne-illness outbreaks.
  • B.)food tampering Who should apply pesticides? A.)Pest-control operator B.)Owner/operator C.)Maintenance professional D.)Manager
  • A.)Pest control operator What should be between the faucet and the flood rim of the sink to prevent backflow of contaminated water? A.)A cross-connection B.)A mixing valve C.)A water filter D.)An air gap
  • D.)An air gap When using the ice-point method for calibration, what must a food handler do? A.)Fill a container with crushed ice and clean tap water. B.)Place the thermometer in the ice-maker in the back of the unit. C.) Put salt in a container with ice and water and let it stand for 1 hour. D.) Rest the thermometer probe on the side and bottom of the container.
  • A.)Fill a container with crushed ice and clean tap water. After washing and rinsing, which of the following is an example of proper sanitizing? A.)Soaking pans from the serving line in warm water B.)Pouring undiluted chlorine bleach over a cutting board C.)Using a new, dry cloth to wipe condensation inside a holding cabinet D.)Spraying a solution of quaternary ammonium compounds on slicer parts
  • D.)Spraying a solution of quaternary ammonium compounds on slicer parts It is important to frequently clean dumpsters inside and out because this practice... A.)aids in controlling pests. B.)conforms to federal regulations. C.)prevents cross-contamination D.)provides more room for garbage.
  • A.) Aids in controlling pests An operation that wants to serve clams Mat are displayed live in a tank until preparation MUST ... A.)limit the clams used to deep water only. B.)use only U.S. government-provided shellfish. C.)obtain a variance from the regulatory authority. D.)inform customers of the potential hazards of consuming the shellfish.
  • C.)obtain a variance from the regulatory authority. What is a potential contamination source that could result in foodborne illness at an outdoor, temporary serving location? A.)A cotton towel used to hold hot handles B.)Dirt floors in the food prep area C.) Food cooked outdoors on a charcoal grill D.)Used facial tissues kept in an apron
  • D.)Used facial tissues kept in an apron The curved, sealed edge placed between the floor and the wall that makes this area easier to clean is known as... A.)durability. B.)gap removal. C.)resiliency. D.)coving.
  • D.)Coving A preschool cafeteria manager protects young children's health by serving... A.)raw milk. B.)sliced cantaloupe. C.)fresh orange juice. D.)pasteurized eggs.
  • D.)pasteurized eggs What should a Person in Charge (PIC) do without verification that a food item is "honestly presented?" A.)Verify with the supplier B.)Throw out upon discovery C.)Re- label the food upon receipt D.)Report the food to the health department
  • B.)Throw out upon discovery A cook takes poultry out of the oven for service, checks the temperature of

temperature and then held for at least 2 minutes? A.)145°F (63°C) B.)150°F (66°C) C.)165°F (74°C) D.)170°F (77°C)

  • C.)165°F (74°C) A food handler arrives to work with jaundice. This symptom may indicate exposure to... A.)hepatitis A. B.)Shigella spp. C.)norovirus. D.)Salmonella Typhi.
  • A.)Hepatitis A What information should be included when training staff about reporting an illness? A.)Importance of reporting an illness B.)Loss of sales due to reporting an illness C.)Shift coverage when reporting an illness D.)Risk of losing a job when reporting an illness
  • A.)Importance of reporting an illness Which is the correct procedure for delivering prepared hot food off-site? A.)Reheat the food to 165°F (74°C) immediately upon arrival. B.)Cook all fresh food at the point of delivery. C.)Drive to the off-site location as quickly as possible. D.)Maintain hot food temperatures above 135°F (57°C).
  • D.)Maintain hot food temperatures above 135°F (57°C) Which jewelry is acceptable to wear on the hands or wrist when prepping food? A.)Diamond ring B.)Medical alert bracelet C.)Gold watch D.)Plain metal band
  • D.)Plain metal band Chemical sanitizer concentration is expressed as... A.)pH. B.)ppm. C.)ROP D.)TTI.
  • B.)ppm A foodborne illness outbreak occurs when at least how many people eat the same food and contract the same illness? A.)1 B.)2 C.)3 D.)
  • B.) What situation is considered an imminent health hazard and must be reported to the regulatory authority? A.)The water supply to the operation has been cut off. B.)An employee returns to work with a doctor's note saying that the employee is free of Shigella spp. C.)The temperature of the cooler where time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food is stored is reading 48°F

(9°C). D.)Everything is being washed, rinsed, and sanitized in the three- compartment sink.

  • A.)The water supply to the operation has been cut off Who is required to wear a hair restraini while working? A.)Greeters B.)Cashiers C.)Dishwashers D.)Hosts
  • C.)Dishwashers In order from top to bottom, how should a pan of fresh chicken breasts, fresh salmon, a carton of broccoli, and fresh ground beef be stored on shelves in a cooler? A.)Broccoli, fresh salmon, fresh chicken breasts, and fresh ground beef B.)Broccoli, fresh salmon, fresh ground beef, and fresh chicken breasts C.)Fresh salmon, fresh chicken breasts, fresh ground beef, and broccoli D.)Fresh salmon, fresh ground beef, fresh chicken breasts, and broccoli
  • B.)Broccoli, fresh salmon, fresh ground beef, and fresh chicken breasts If a customer with a food allergy accidentally receives a dish with the allergen in it, what should the food handler do? A.)Quickly heat the dish to 165°F (74°C). B.)Throw out the dish and prepare it again. C.)Serve the dish if the customer's allergy is not severe. D.)Warn the customer that cross-contact may have occurred.
  • B.)Throw out the dish and prepare it again. A service sink should be used for... A.)first-aid functions such as eye washing. B.)food prep activities. C.)washing, rinsing, and sanitizing utensils. D.)cleaning mops and throwing out waste water.
  • D.)Cleaning mops and throwing out waste water At which sink should garbage containers be washed and rinsed? A.)Food prep B.)Hand-washing C.)Three- compartment D.)Service
  • D.)Service Tabletop foodservice equipment on legs should have a space between the base of the equipment and the tabletop of AT LEAST... A.)2 in (5 cm). B.)3 in (8 cm). C.)4 in (10 cm). D.)8 in (20 cm).
  • C.)4 in (10 cm) A food handler is conducting a visual inspection to ensure the correct application of use-by date labels on food items served on the salad bar.

- B.)

All ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food prepared on site should be properly labeled if it is going to be held for longer than how many hours? A.)24 B.)36 C.)48 D.)

  • A) When raw sewage backs up onto the floor of the kitchen, the operation must... A.)section off the area where waste has spilled and continue service. B.)immediately close the operation, correct the problem, and thoroughly clean the facility. C.)notify the water department and close the restrooms until corrections are made. D.)correct the problem by the end of the shift and hire a professional to clean the waste.
  • B.)Immediately close the operation, correct the problem and thoroughly clean the facility Which food handler activity is MOST LIKELY to contaminate food? A.)Wearing disposable gloves over a bandaged finger B.)Removing an apron before going to the receiving area C.)Drinking a can of soda while working D.)Wiping a cutting board with a sanitizing cloth
  • C.)Drinking a can of soda while working Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) food prepared on-site may be stored in a cooler for up to 7 days when the maximum internal food temperature is... A.)32°F (0°C). B.)41°F (5°C). C.)44°F (7°C). D.)50°F (10°C).
  • B.)41°F (5°C). Which of the following foods located at a self-service area must be protected by a sneeze guard? A.)Whole oranges B.)Chopped lettuce C.)Unpeeled bananas D.)Pre- wrapped muffins
  • B.)Chopped lettuce Egg salad sandwiches are served at an offsite location without temperature control. The sandwiches are removed from cold holding at 11 a.m. At what time will the sandwiches need to be thrown out? A.) 1p.m B.)3p.m C.)4p.m D.)5p.m
  • D.)5 p.m.

The water supply at a food establishment is shut off for many hours. What should the Person in Charge do if another source of drinking water is not available? A.)Stop serving food until the water is restored. B.)Prepare and serve only precooked items. C.)Continue operations until notified by the health authority to stop. D.)Serve items that were prepared before the outage using single-use utensils.

  • A.)Stop serving food until the water is restored. An operation wants to hold a pan of hot food using time as a public health control. What must the label on the pan of food indicate? A.)The four-hour time limit when the food must be discarded. B.)The four-hour time limit and the maximum internal temperature that the product cannot exceed. C.)The six-hour time limit when the food must be discarded. D.)The six-hour time limit and the maximum internal temperature that the product cannot exceed.
  • A.)The four hour time limit when the food must be discarded The minimum water temperature when sanitizing utensils using hot water is... A.)110°F (43°C). B.)150°F (66°C). C.)165°F (74°C). D.)171°F (77°C).
  • D.)171°F (77°C) The purpose of an air gap is to... A.)prevent a backflow. B.)reduce ice build-up in the freezer. C.)keep pests from getting inside the facility. D.)allow for even circulation in a hot-holding station.
  • A.)Prevent a backflow There has been a sewage back-up in the food preparation area. What is the FIRST step the Person in Charge should take to manage the situation? A.)Isolate area until the drain is clear B.)Discontinue operations immediately C.)Call a plumber and continue serving food D.)Turn off electrical appliances in the prep area
  • B.)Discontinue operations immediately As part of an operation's food defense program, the Person in Charge should... A.)report suspicious activity to the FDA. B.)allow staff to store personal items in the food prep area. C.)restrict access by unauthorized personnel. D.)accept deliveries from unapproved suppliers.
  • C.)Restrict access by unauthorized