Food Safety - 8th Grade

The microorganisms that cause illness.

• Contamination

• Pathogens

• Sanitation

Occurs when harmful things are present in food, making it unsafe to eat.

• Pathogens

• Sanitation

• Contamination

The creation and maintenance that will prevent food contamination or foodborne illness.

• Pathogens

• Contamination

• Sanitation

The spread of pathogens from one surface or food to another.

• Cross contamination

• Foodborne illness

• Contamination

A disease carried or transmitted to people by food containing harmful substances.

• Foodborne illness

• Pathogens

• Sanitation

What are the common signs and symptoms of foodborne illness?

• Upset stomach

• Diarrhea

• Vomiting

• All of the above

When testing food, don't count on your sight, smell or taste to ensure safety.

• True

• False

Who are at higher risk of becoming sick from a contaminated food?

• Teens and Adults

• Children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.

• Children, teens and adults.

What are the four key recommendations for food safety?

• Clean, wash, cook and chill

• Clean, cook, chill and bake

• Clean, contain/separate, cook and chill

• Clean, contain/separate, chill and store

Wash your hands for at least ____________seconds.

• 20

• 10

• 2