ServSafe Manager Practice Exam

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Ready-to-eat TCS foods prepared in-house must be date marked if held for more than how many hours?

12 hours
24 hours
48 hours
36 hours

The correct answer is: 24 hours

Ready-to-eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods must be date marked if they are held for more than 24 hours to ensure food safety and help prevent foodborne illness. This requirement exists because, after a certain period, the risk of bacterial growth and spoilage increases, which can lead to food that is unsafe for consumption. Date marking helps staff keep track of how long food has been stored and ensures that any food item exceeding the safe holding period can be properly discarded or used. In food safety protocols, maintaining proper storage and tracking of TCS foods helps establish a system for monitoring food freshness, allowing for better inventory management and enhanced consumer safety. When ready-to-eat TCS foods are prepared and served, it is crucial to follow such guidelines to ensure that customers are protected from the risks associated with improperly stored food.