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Quick questions on Food hygiene and personal cleanliness: N(A)-Level Nutrition and Food Science
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What are kitchen hygiene rules?Show answer
The kitchen and equipment must also be clean:
What is cross-contamination?Show answer
Cross-contamination is the transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another, usually from raw food (such as raw meat or chicken) to ready-to-eat food, by way of hands, surfaces, chopping boards or utensils. It is prevented by:
What is q1?Show answer
State three rules of personal hygiene when preparing food. [3 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain what is meant by cross-contamination. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain how using separate chopping boards for raw meat and vegetables prevents food poisoning. [2 marks]
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