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Food Safety Myths and Facts 7th June 2025
Myths and Facts
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Can you tell if food is safe from it's smell or look?A. Yes if it smells bad it's bad B. Maybe C. No microorganisms don't change the look or smell
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Is the 5 second rule a fact or myth?A. No it's all good B. It's a fact microorganisms can transfer to food immediately C. Only if you wipe the food
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Do I need to refrigerate left over food?A. Yes food becomes unsafe after 2 hours B. Only if it's a hot day C. Depends what sort of food it is
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Do you need to wash organic fruit and vegetables?A. No it's organic it's harmless B. Yes to reduce the risk of microorganisms
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Can you get sick from food eaten 3 days ago?A. Yes some microorganisms take longer than a few hours to appear B. No that's impossible
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Can dish cloths spread bacteria?A. Yes they can carry and spread bacteria B. Depends on the type of cloth C. No because you rinse after use
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Is it safe to thaw frozen food at room temperature?A. Yes if it's a cold day B. No it should be thawed in the fridge or in cold water C. Depends on the type of food
Food Safety Myths and Facts 7th June 2025 (Answer Key)
Myths and Facts
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Can you tell if food is safe from it's smell or look?A. Yes if it smells bad it's bad B. Maybe C. No microorganisms don't change the look or smell
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Is the 5 second rule a fact or myth?A. No it's all good B. It's a fact microorganisms can transfer to food immediately C. Only if you wipe the food
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Do I need to refrigerate left over food?A. Yes food becomes unsafe after 2 hours B. Only if it's a hot day C. Depends what sort of food it is
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Do you need to wash organic fruit and vegetables?A. No it's organic it's harmless B. Yes to reduce the risk of microorganisms
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Can you get sick from food eaten 3 days ago?A. Yes some microorganisms take longer than a few hours to appear B. No that's impossible
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Can dish cloths spread bacteria?A. Yes they can carry and spread bacteria B. Depends on the type of cloth C. No because you rinse after use
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Is it safe to thaw frozen food at room temperature?A. Yes if it's a cold day B. No it should be thawed in the fridge or in cold water C. Depends on the type of food
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