Chapter Seven Review Quiz

Pests carry microorganisms that can contaminate food and food-contact surfaces.

• True

• False

Pest control is only the responsibility of the manager.

• True

• False

Pest control includes airtight sealing and exterior doors with automatic closing.

• True

• False

Rodents, insects, and birds are considered pests.

• True

• False

It is necessary to carry out __________ regular self-inspections of the establishment to look for signs of pests.

• painting

• care

• inspections

• review

Carefully inspect all food deliveries for _____ of pests

• many

• signs

• options

• opportunities

It is very important to remove _______ from the establishment to avoid feeding pests.

• water

• cats

• garbage

• luggage

When self-inspecting for pests, a sign that pests are present is:

• the season is spring or summer.

• the back door does not seal well.

• greasy black marks on walls, pipes, or counters.

• the trash container has not been emptied

Pests can contaminate food and food surfaces by spreading:

• hair

• microorganisms

• amoebas

• arthropods

If an employee notices signs of pests, he or she should:

• tell a friend.

• tell a coworker.

• tell a manager.

• stay quiet and keep working.