Personal HygieneQuestion 92 of 320
A cook has a small infected cut on a finger. What is the correct way to allow this cook to continue working with food?
a.Leave the cut uncovered to let it breathe
b.Cover it with a paper towel and a rubber band
c.Simply wash hands more often
d.Cover it with an impermeable bandage and then a single-use glove or finger cot over the bandage
Explanation
An infected wound or lesion containing pus on the hand must be covered with an impermeable (waterproof) bandage and then a single-use glove or finger cot, because Staphylococcus aureus in the wound can contaminate food. Leaving it uncovered or using a paper towel provides no barrier, and extra handwashing alone does not contain an infected lesion.
Law Reference: FDA Food Code §3-301.11Practice all 320 questions free — no signup required.
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