Garbage May 10, 2024 by Brian Klein /31 0 votes, 0 avg 0 Garbage 1 / 31 Outdoor garbage containers should be placed on a smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent surface. What is an example of this kind of surface? Asphalt Concrete Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 2 / 31 How should garbage containers be handled to prevent pests? Clean up spills around garbage containers immediately Keep garbage containers clean and in good condition Store recyclables in clean, pest-proof containers Throw out garbage quickly All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 3 / 31 Food handlers should remove their aprons any time they leave the prep area. When do aprons need to be removed and stored? Before taking out the garbage Before using the restroom Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 4 / 31 Outdoor garbage containers should be kept covered with tight-fitting lids. How should their drain plugs be kept? Closed, with plugs in Open, with plugs out Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 5 / 31 How should garbage be handled in food prep areas to prevent odors, pests, and contamination? Removed as quickly as possible With single-use gloves Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 6 / 31 What are some guidelines for outdoor garbage containers? Keep the containers' drain plugs in place Keep the containers covered with tight-fitting lids It can attract pests and contaminate food equipment and utensils if NOT handled correctly Place the containers on a smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent surface like asphalt or concrete All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 7 / 31 How should outdoor garbage containers be kept to deny pests food and shelter? With their drain plugs closed Covered with tight-fitting lids Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 8 / 31 What should have these features? • Leak Proof• Waterproof• Pestproof• Easy to clean Garbage containers Take home containers Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 9 / 31 When do garbage containers need to be covered? When NOT in constant use When the operation is closed Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 10 / 31 How should garbage containers be kept to help deny pests food and shelter? Clean on the inside and outside In good condition Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 11 / 31 What are some guidelines for handling garbage that will help prevent pests? Throw out garbage quickly Keep outdoor garbage containers tightly covered Store recyclables in clean, pest-proof containers Keep garbage containers clean and in good condition Keep outdoor garbage containers as far away from your building as local regulations allow All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 12 / 31 What utilities must be available for staff when performing off-site service? Water that is safe for washing hands, cooking, and dishwashing Garbage containers away from food-prep, service, and storage areas Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 13 / 31 What can happen if garbage is NOT handled correctly in your operation? It can attract pests It can contaminate food and food-contact surfaces Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 14 / 31 To deny pests food and shelter and to avoid contaminating food and surfaces, where should the containers for garbage and recyclables be stored? On smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent surfaces like concrete or asphalt Away from areas used for food prep, food service, and food storage Where it's NOT creating a public nuisance or health hazard As far away from the building as regulations allow All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 15 / 31 What must be avoided when designating a storage area for garbage and recyclables? Creating a public health hazard Creating a nuisance Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 16 / 31 How should garbage containers be cleaned? Do NOT clean garbage containers near prep or food storage areas Clean the inside and outside of garbage containers regularly Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 17 / 31 Which of these measures can prevent garbage from attracting pests or contaminating food and equipment? Cover garbage containers when they're NOT being used Remove garbage from food prep areas quickly Clean the inside and outside of garbage containers regularly Use containers that are leak-proof, water-proof, and pest-proof Keep outdoor garbage containers covered with tight-fitting lids Store garbage and recyclables away from food and food contact surfaces All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 18 / 31 Water, electricity, gas, sewage, and garbage disposal are all examples of what? Utilities Building systems Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 19 / 31 What is required in handwashing stations? A garbage container for disposing of paper towels used to dry hands Signage reminding staff to wash hands before returning to work Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! Signage simply means havings signs to notify, remind, or alert people of something. Signage reminding staff to wash hands should be in all languages used by staff in the operation. 20 / 31 Which of these are examples of non food contact surfaces that need regular cleaning but do NOT need to be sanitized? Floors Ceilings Walls Shelves Doors Garbage containers Equipment Exteriors All are correct Wrong! Thats right! Both food-contact and non-food contact surfaces in your operation should all be made from non-porous materials. 21 / 31 Why do the garbage containers in a women’s restroom need to have a cover? For sanitary napkins To deny pests shelter Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 22 / 31 Where should outdoor garbage containers kept? As far away from the building as regulations allow On a surface that is smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 23 / 31 To deny pests food and shelter, how should garbage be thrown out? Correctly Quickly Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 24 / 31 Which of these are guidelines for what indoor garbage containers “should be”? In women's restrooms Easy to clean Away from food and equipment Covered when NOT in use In designated areas Leak-proof Pest-proof Water-proof All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 25 / 31 What are the utility requirements for off-site service? Drinkable water for cooking, dishwashing, and handwashing Garbage containers that are kept away from food and food contact surfaces Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 26 / 31 When does a garbage container need to be available at a handwashing station? When disposable paper towels are supplied for drying hands When your operation mainly serves a high-risk population Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 27 / 31 When should food handlers remove their aprons? Before taking out the garbage Before using the restroom When leaving the food prep area All are correct Wrong! Thats right! 28 / 31 What utilities are required when serving food off-site? Garbage containers that are kept away from food and food contact surfaces Safe water for cooking, dishwashing, and handwashing Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 29 / 31 How should outdoor garbage containers be stored to prevent pests and contamination? Outdoor garbage containers should have tight-fitting lids The drain plugs in outdoor garbage containers should be kept closed The lids on outdoor garbage containers should be kept shut at all times Place outdoor garbage containers on a smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent surface All are correct Wrong! Thats right! ServSafe reccomends storing outdoor garbage containers on concrete or asphalt. 30 / 31 Why should the inside and outside of garbage containers be cleaned often? To prevent contamination of food and food-contact surfaces To prevent odors and pests Neither Both Wrong! Thats right! 31 / 31 Which are guidelines for handling garbage? Remove garbage from the operation quickly Garbage containers must be leak-proof, waterproof, pest-proof, and easy to clean Keep garbage and recyclables away from food and food contact surfaces Outdoor garbage containers must NOT create a nuisance or a public health hazard Wash the inside and outside of garbage containers regularly Wrong! Thats right! Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Restart quiz Try another practice test