California eFoodHandlers Practice Exam

Where should you store raw fish in a refrigerator?

1. Above vegetables

2. Next to cooked meats

3. Below ready to eat foods

4. At the top shelf

The correct answer is: Below ready to eat foods

Storing raw fish below ready to eat foods is the safest option for preventing cross-contamination. Raw fish can contain bacteria that can make you sick if it comes into contact with ready to eat foods, such as fruits and vegetables or cooked meats. Therefore, storing it below other foods can prevent any potential drips or spills from contaminating the already prepared foods. Avoid storing raw fish at the top shelf of the refrigerator as this is typically the warmest area and can lead to faster bacteria growth. It is also not recommended to store raw fish next to cooked meats as the juices from the raw fish can contaminate the cooked meats.