Illness ReportingQuestion 43 of 319
Which of the following is NOT one of the five symptoms a food employee must report to the person in charge?
a.Vomiting
b.Diarrhea
c.Mild headache
d.Jaundice
Explanation
California law and the FDA Food Code list five reportable symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, and an open or infected wound containing pus that is not properly covered. A mild headache by itself is not on that list.
Law Reference: Cal. H&S Code §113949.1Practice all 319 questions free — no signup required.
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