1HACCP stands for what?
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
2What is the purpose of HACCP?
To identify, control and monitor food safety hazards
3What is the first principle of HACCP?
Conduct a hazard analysis
4What is a critical control point (CCP)?
A stage where a hazard can be prevented, eliminated or reduced to a safe level
5What is a critical limit in HACCP?
A measurable boundary that must be controlled at a CCP
6What are the seven HACCP principles?
Hazard analysis, identify CCPs, establish limits, monitor CCPs, corrective actions, verification, documentation
7Why is documentation important in HACCP?
It provides evidence food safety procedures are followed and allows monitoring
8What is a biological hazard?
A hazard caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses or parasites
9What is a chemical hazard?
Contamination caused by chemicals such as cleaning agents or pesticides
10What is a physical hazard?
Foreign objects contaminating food such as glass, metal or hair
11What does paddock to plate mean?
The entire food journey from production to consumption
12What are the stages of paddock to plate?
Production, processing, transport, storage, preparation, cooking, service and disposal
13Why is paddock to plate important?
It ensures food safety is considered throughout the entire supply chain
14What is cross-contamination?
The transfer of harmful microorganisms from one food, surface or person to another
15How can cross-contamination be prevented?
Separate raw and cooked foods, wash hands, sanitise surfaces and use separate equipment
16What is the difference between cleaning and sanitising?
Cleaning removes dirt and debris, sanitising reduces microorganisms to safe levels
17Why is sanitising important after cleaning?
It reduces bacteria that can cause food-borne illness
18What is mise en place?
Preparation and organisation of ingredients, equipment and workstations before cooking
19Why is mise en place important?
Improves efficiency, organisation, quality and reduces mistakes during service
20How does poor mise en place affect a kitchen?
It can cause delays, poor workflow, stress and reduced customer satisfaction
21What is FIFO?
First In First Out stock rotation system
22Why is FIFO used?
To reduce food waste and prevent expired products being used
23What information should be checked when receiving food deliveries?
Quality, temperature, packaging condition, expiry dates and quantity
24Why are temperature controls important in food safety?
They prevent bacterial growth and food spoilage
25What is the temperature danger zone?
The temperature range where bacteria multiply rapidly
26What is the two-hour/four-hour rule?
A guideline for how long potentially hazardous food can remain between safe temperatures
27What is a potentially hazardous food?
Food that supports rapid bacterial growth and requires temperature control
28Give examples of potentially hazardous foods
Meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products and cooked rice
29What are common symptoms of food poisoning?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach cramps and fever
30What causes Salmonella contamination?
Poor hygiene, undercooked food or contaminated poultry and eggs
31What causes Listeria contamination?
Contaminated ready-to-eat foods, dairy products and refrigerated foods
32What is a food safety program?
A documented system identifying hazards and controlling food safety risks
33What are key components of a food safety program?
Hazard identification, control measures, monitoring, corrective actions, review and records
34Why are cleaning schedules important?
They ensure hygiene tasks are completed consistently and prevent contamination
35What is the difference between an incident and accident?
An incident is an event that may cause harm, while an accident results in injury or damage
36What are the four costs of workplace injury?
Human, social, economic and organisational costs
37What is a hazard?
Anything that has the potential to cause harm
38What is risk?
The likelihood and consequence of harm occurring from a hazard
39What is the hierarchy of control?
Eliminate, substitute, isolate, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE
40Why should PPE be the last control option?
It relies on correct worker use and does not remove the hazard
41What is a dry heat cooking method?
Cooking using hot air, fat or direct heat without water
42Examples of dry heat methods?
Baking, roasting, grilling, frying
43What is a moist heat cooking method?
Cooking using water, steam or liquid
44Examples of moist heat methods?
Boiling, steaming, poaching, braising
45What is convection?
Heat transfer through movement of liquids or gases
46What is conduction?
Heat transfer through direct contact between substances
47What is radiation?
Heat transfer through electromagnetic waves
48Why is cooking time important?
It affects food safety, texture, moisture and quality
49Why is cooking temperature important?
It ensures harmful microorganisms are destroyed and desired qualities are achieved
50What is sous vide cooking?
Cooking food vacuum sealed at a controlled low temperature for an extended time
51What are advantages of sous vide?
Consistent results, moisture retention and precise temperature control
52What is an à la carte menu?
A menu where each item is individually priced and selected separately
53What is a set menu?
A fixed menu with limited choices and a predetermined price
54What is the purpose of food presentation?
To improve customer experience, appeal and perceived quality
55What factors affect food presentation?
Colour, arrangement, portion size, temperature, crockery and garnishes
56Why must hospitality answers use industry examples?
To demonstrate application of knowledge in realistic workplace situations