ServSafe Chapters 13-15 Review

A food handler who is receiving a food delivery observes signs of pests in the food. What should be done?

• The head chef should be warned of the pests.
• 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.

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

• Seal all cracks in floors & walls.
• Keep outdoor garbage containers open.
• Clean up food spills at the end of each shift.
• Store food & supplies one inch off the floor in storage.

What size should the mesh in window screening be to effectively keep out pests?

• At least 2 mesh per square inch
• At least 6 mesh per square inch
• At least 10 mesh per square inch
• At least 16 mesh per square inch

How should garbage be handled to deny pests food & shelter?

• leave outdoor containers uncovered to remove moisture
• store garbage inside the kitchen to deny access to pests outside
• remove garbage frequently so pests won't be attracted to it
• keep recyclables close to the building to encourage removal

Pepper-like black specks are found near the electrical motor in a refrigeration unit. What type of pest may be present?

• roaches
• rats
• mice
• flies

Why should an operation avoid purchasing and applying pesticides?

• they can accelerate an infestation
• they are illegal in most states
• it is not cost effective
• they can be harmful if applied incorrectly

When should pesticides be applied?

• at the end of the shift
• at the beginning of the shift
• when staff is not there
• during slow periods in the week

What should be done after pesticides have been applied?

• wash, rinse & sanitize food-contact surfaces
• stay out of the establishment for 48 hours
• have staff wear respirators if near sprayed areas
• cover all equipment for 12 hours

What is the greatest danger than pests pose to a foodservice operation?

• damaged electrical wiring
• damaged supplies
• loss of customers
• spread of diseases

What is a sign that rats or mice may be present in the operation?

• signs of gnawing in storage areas
• a strong oily odor
• scurrying sounds when the operation is quiet
• glass breaking overnight