Question

a food worker uses a spatula to flip hamburger patties as they cook on a grill. what must she do before using this spatula to assemble the completed burgers? a. dip it in antiseptic b. rinse it in hot water c. wipe off any grease d. clean and sanitize it

Explanation:

In food safety, when a utensil is used with raw or cooked food (here, flipping raw patties then assembling cooked burgers), it must be cleaned and sanitized to prevent cross - contamination. Option a is incorrect as antiseptics are not used on food - contact utensils. Option b (rinsing in hot water) is not sufficient for safety. Option c (wiping grease) doesn't address microbial contamination. Only option d follows food safety protocols.

Answer:

d. Clean and sanitize it