Cross-Contamination & AllergensQuestion 28 of 319
Cross-contamination is best defined as:
a.The transfer of harmful microorganisms or substances from one food, surface, or person to another food
b.Spoilage caused by bacteria growing inside a single food item over time
c.An allergic reaction triggered by eating two foods at the same meal
d.Chemical breakdown that occurs when foods are heated above 165°F
Explanation
Cross-contamination means harmful microbes, allergens, or chemicals move from one item (raw chicken, a dirty hand, a sanitizer bottle) to another food or contact surface. California H&S Code §113984 requires food to be separated and protected from such transfer.
Law Reference: Cal. H&S Code §113984Practice all 319 questions free — no signup required.
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