SERVSAFE CH 13 EXAM QUESTIONS

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SERVSAFE CH 13 EXAM QUESTIONS

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-Format: Multiple-choice / Flashcard

Question 1: What scenario can lead to pest infestation?

-Storing food at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) off the floor -Rotating products using the FIFO method -Installing air curtains above doors -Storing recyclables in paper bags

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Storing recyclables in paper bags Question 2: Nesting materials are found in a drawer under a prep table. What type of pest may be present?-Mice -Roaches -Rats or mice -Rats

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Mice Question 3: A food handler who is receiving a food delivery observes signs of pests in the food.What should be done?-The food handler should remove all evidence of the pests.-The shipment should be refused and prevented from entering the operation.-The shipment should be stored outside the kitchen until a manager inspects it.-The head chef should be warned of the pests.

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The shipment should be refused and prevented from entering the kitchen

Question 4: What is the best way to eliminate pests that have entered the operation?-Lower the heat in the operation after-hours -Raise the heat in the operation after-hours -Apply over-the-counter pesticides around the operation -Work with licensed pest control operator (PCO)

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Work with licensed pest control operator Question 5: The three basic rules to keep an operation pest-free are deny access, deny food and shelter, and -destroy pests on sight.-use pesticides.-set traps.-work with a pest control operator.

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Work with pest control operator Question 6: Dirt tracks are spotted along light-colored walls. What type of pest may be present?-Mice -Rats -Roaches -Rats or mice

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Rats or mice

Question 7: When should pesticides be applied?

-At the end of the shift -At the beginning of the shift -When closed and staff are not there -During slow periods in the week

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When closed and staff are not there Question 8: When selecting a pest control operator, all of the following should be considered except -whether the person is licensed.-whether the person has references.-whether the person is up to date on latest practices.-whether the person is inexpensive.

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whether the person is inexpensive Question 9: To keep out pests, what should be the size of the mesh in window screening?-At least 2 mesh per square inch -At least 16 mesh per square inch -At least 10 mesh per square inch -At least 6 mesh per square inch

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At least 16 mesh per square inch

Question 10: What should be done after pesticides have been applied?

-Stay out of the establishment for 48 hours -Wash, rinse, and sanitize food-contact surfaces -Have staff wear respirators if near sprayed areas -Cover all equipment for 12 hours

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Wash, rinse, and sanitize food-contact surfaces Question 11: Which individual should apply pesticides in a foodservice operation?Exit -A general manager -An owner -A shift manager -A pest control operator

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A pest control operator

Question 12: When storing pesticides within the location

-store them in their original containers.-store them in dry storage areas only.-store them in new containers that are clearly marked.-store them with equipment, but not with food

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store them in their original containers Question 13: Holes are found in the ground around some quiet places along the building. What type of pest may be present?-Roaches -Mice -Rats

-Rats or mice

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Rats Question 14: What should be done when storing food and supplies to discourage pests?-Rotate them in storage -Store them on the floor -Store them against walls -Store them at least 2 inches (5 centimeters) off the floor

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Rotate them in storage

Question 15: What is one way to keep an operation pest-free?

-Deny pests access to the operation.-Clean up food spills at the end of each shift.-Keep outdoor garbage containers open.-Store food and supplies one inch off the floor in storage.

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Deny pests access to the operation

Question 16: Who should store pesticides used in your facility?

-General managers -Pest control operators -Owner/Operators -Shift managers

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Pest control operators

Question 17: Why should an operation avoid purchasing and applyins pesticides?

Exit -It will not be effective -It is against the law to do so -They cannot be applied without training -Applied incorrectly they can be ineffective

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Applied incorrectly that can be ineffective