Wendys Training Practice Test

What food safety practice can prevent cross-contact?

1. Checking food temperatures frequently

2. Rinsing utensils after each use

3. Using separate equipment for different foods

4. Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing utensils before each use

The correct answer is: Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing utensils before each use

The practice that effectively prevents cross-contact is the use of separate equipment for different foods. This approach is crucial in food safety, especially in environments where allergic reactions or contamination could occur. By allocating specific tools, utensils, and equipment for particular food categories, you significantly minimize the risk of allergens or other contaminating substances from transferring between different foods. This is especially important in preventing cross-contact with allergens, ensuring that customers who may have sensitivities or allergies can safely consume the foods prepared for them. While checking food temperatures, rinsing utensils, and washing and sanitizing utensils are critical practices for general food safety and hygiene, they do not directly address the issue of cross-contact. Instead, using separate equipment directly targets the prevention of cross-contact by eliminating the possibility of one food type contaminating another.