Illness ReportingQuestion 158 of 319
A line cook tells the PIC she has a sore throat with a fever of 101°F. The restaurant does NOT serve a highly susceptible population. Under the FDA Food Code, what is the correct action?
a.Restrict her from working with food, food-contact surfaces, and single-service items
b.Exclude her from the facility immediately, even with a doctor's note
c.Allow her to keep cooking as long as she wears a mask
d.Send her home only if she also vomits
Explanation
Under FDA Food Code §2-201, a sore throat with fever is a reportable symptom. In facilities that do NOT serve a highly susceptible population, the worker is RESTRICTED — she may stay in the building but cannot work with food, food-contact surfaces, or single-use items. Exclusion is only required when a highly susceptible population (HSP) is served.
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