ServSafe Food Handlers Practice Exam

Preventing cross-contamination is essential for keeping food safe throughout the food flow. Cross-contamination occurs when harmful bacteria are transferred from one surface to another, such as from raw meat to vegetables, utensils, or preparation surfaces. By preventing cross-contamination, you reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses. Cooking food thoroughly is important to kill harmful bacteria, but it is only one aspect of food safety. Using organic ingredients or preservatives doesn't necessarily guarantee food safety and might not address the issue of cross-contamination. Therefore, the most accurate answer is preventing cross-contamination.