Utah Food Safety Practice Test

When serving beverages, which practice should be avoided?

1. Using an ice scoop to fill the glass

2. Carrying cups by the base or handle

3. Carrying cups using your hands over the top

4. Using hands to place ice into cups

The correct answer is: Carrying cups using your hands over the top

Carrying cups using your hands over the top is a practice that should be avoided because it increases the risk of contamination. When hands come into contact with the rim of the cup, there is a likelihood of transferring bacteria, germs, or other contaminants from the hands directly to the area where customers will drink. It is essential to maintain food safety standards and minimize any potential for cross-contamination. In contrast, using an ice scoop to fill cups is a safe practice, as it prevents direct hand contact with the ice and helps to keep both the ice and the drink hygienic. Carrying cups by the base or handle is also appropriate as it ensures hands do not touch the drinking surface. Similarly, using hands to place ice into cups, while it may have its risks, is generally acceptable if proper hygiene practices, such as clean, sanitized hands, are followed.