Foodborne IllnessQuestion 29 of 320
A cook has been diagnosed with a Norovirus infection. Under the Food Code, the manager must:
a.Let the cook work if they wear gloves
b.Exclude the cook from the establishment until cleared per the Code
c.Reassign the cook to dishwashing only
d.Allow the cook to work but avoid touching food
Explanation
An employee diagnosed with Norovirus (one of the Big 6) must be excluded from the food establishment and can only return when cleared according to the Food Code, typically after being symptom-free for at least 24 to 48 hours and with regulatory approval. Gloves, reassignment, or simply avoiding food contact are not sufficient for a Big 6 diagnosis.
Law Reference: FDA Food Code §2-201.12Practice all 320 questions free — no signup required.
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