Question

chapter 14: food safety regulations and standards

1. when will health inspectors typically arrive?

a. during service
b. in the morning
c. without warning
d. after notifying the operation

1. what can be a consequence of refusing entry to a health inspector?

a. revocation of the operations permit
b. an increase in inspection frequency
c. jail time
d. lawsuits

1. what records might a health inspector reasonably request?

a. osha violations
b. purchasing records
c. employee records
d. financial records

1. what does a managers signature on a health inspection form indicate?

a. acknowledgment that they received it
b. agreement to violations documented
c. agreement to outcomes agreed upon
d. admittance to violation of the law

1. when must violations of priority items typically need to be acted upon?

a. within 12 hours
b. within 24 hours
c. within 48 hours
d. within 72 hours

1. what is an example of a hazard that could result in closure of the operation?

a. significant lack of refrigeration
b. evidence that pests are in the establishment
c. interruption of electrical service for two hours or less
d. a foodborne illness complaint against the establishment

Explanation:

• Question 18: Health inspectors typically arrive without warning to ensure they see the operation in its normal state.
• Question 19: Refusing entry to a health inspector can lead to revocation of the operation's permit as it is a violation of inspection procedures.
• Question 20: Health inspectors may request purchasing records to check the source and quality of food items.
• Question 21: A manager's signature on a health inspection form indicates acknowledgment that they received it, not agreement to violations or outcomes.
• Question 22: Violations of priority items typically need to be acted upon within 24 hours due to their high - risk nature.
• Question 23: A significant lack of refrigeration is a major hazard as it can lead to food spoilage and foodborne illnesses, potentially resulting in closure.

Answer:

1. C. Without warning
2. A. Revocation of the operation’s permit
3. B. Purchasing records
4. A. Acknowledgment that they received it
5. B. Within 24 hours
6. A. Significant lack of refrigeration