California eFoodHandlers Practice Exam

What should you ALWAYS do after handling raw meat?

1. Immediately handle cooked food

2. Take a break

3. Clean and sanitize the prep surface, wash your hands and change gloves

4. Only change gloves

The correct answer is: Clean and sanitize the prep surface, wash your hands and change gloves

It is important to clean and sanitize the prep surface, wash your hands, and change gloves after handling raw meat to prevent cross-contamination. Option A is incorrect because cooked food should never come into contact with raw meat to avoid the spread of bacteria. Option B is incorrect because taking a break without proper cleaning can also lead to cross-contamination. Option D is incorrect because only changing gloves may not sufficiently prevent cross-contamination without also cleaning the prep surface and washing hands.