Anwersc to NKO food safety and sanitation?

NKO stands for National Kitchen Operators, a food service and catering company in Ghana. Here are the answers to some common food safety and sanitation quiz questions based on general food handling practices:

1. What is the correct temperature for storing cooked food?

Answer: Cooked food should be kept at or above 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit) to prevent the growth of bacteria.

2. How often should you wash your hands when handling food?

Answer: Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water before handling food, after touching raw meat, poultry, or seafood, and after coughing or sneezing.

3. What is the best way to thaw frozen food?

Answer: The safest way to thaw frozen food is in the refrigerator overnight. If you need to thaw food quickly, you can place it in a sink filled with cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes.

4. How should you store raw meat, poultry, and seafood?

Answer: Raw meat, poultry, and seafood should be stored separately from other foods in the coldest part of the refrigerator (usually the bottom shelf). They should also be stored in airtight containers to prevent cross-contamination.

5. What is the best way to clean a cutting board after using it to cut raw meat?

Answer: After using a cutting board to cut raw meat, it should be washed with hot soapy water and sanitized with a bleach solution.

6. How should you clean and sanitize food contact surfaces?

Answer: Food contact surfaces, such as countertops, cutting boards, and utensils, should be cleaned with hot soapy water and sanitized with a bleach solution or a food-grade sanitizer approved by the local health department.

7. What is the correct temperature for cooking chicken?

Answer: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 74 degrees Celsius (165 degrees Fahrenheit) to ensure it is safe to consume.

8. How long can leftovers be stored in the refrigerator?

Answer: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three to four days. After that, they should be discarded.

9. How often should you clean your refrigerator?

Answer: The refrigerator should be cleaned once a week to prevent the growth of bacteria. This includes wiping down the inside and outside of the fridge with a baking soda solution or a mild detergent.

10. What is the correct way to dispose of food waste?

Answer: Food waste should be disposed of in a covered trash can or compost bin. It should not be left out in the open, as this can attract pests and spread bacteria.