AAA Food Manager Certification Practice Test

According to food defense principles, what should employees be aware of?

1. Where supplies are stored

2. Who is in their facility

3. When to report issues

4. How to cook various foods

The correct answer is: Who is in their facility

Employees should be aware of who is in their facility because this is a critical aspect of food defense. Food defense focuses on protecting food products from tampering, contamination, or intentional harm. By knowing who has access to their workplace, employees can identify unauthorized individuals and monitor their actions. This awareness promotes a culture of vigilance that is essential in preventing potential threats to food safety and security. While being aware of where supplies are stored, when to report issues, and how to cook various foods are all important aspects of food safety and overall operations, they do not directly address the preventive measures needed to protect food from intentional harm. Recognizing and managing access to the facility is a primary line of defense against food sabotage or contamination, making situational awareness regarding individuals in the facility paramount.