Food Allergens – ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Master the critical food allergen concepts tested on the ServSafe Food Manager Certification exam. These 22 flashcards cover the Big 9 allergens, allergic reaction symptoms, cross-contact prevention, and staff responsibilities to help you protect guests and pass your exam with confidence.
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Question 1
What are the 9 major food allergens recognized by the FDA under FALCPA and the FASTER Act?
Answer
Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. These are the most common allergens that must be declared on food labels.
Question 2
Which allergen was added to the FDA's major allergen list by the FASTER Act, effective January 1, 2023?
Answer
Sesame. It became the 9th major food allergen, requiring labeling disclosure on packaged foods sold in the United States.
Question 3
How are tree nuts different from peanuts in terms of allergen classification?
Answer
Peanuts are legumes (grow underground), while tree nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews) grow on trees. Both are separate major allergens, and a person can be allergic to one without being allergic to the other.
Question 4
Which of the Big 9 allergens includes both finfish (such as salmon and tuna) and crustacean shellfish (such as shrimp and crab) as separate categories?
Answer
Fish and shellfish are two distinct allergens. Fish refers to finfish, while shellfish refers to crustaceans and mollusks. A person may be allergic to one and not the other.
Question 5
What is anaphylaxis, and why is it considered a medical emergency in the context of food allergies?
Answer
Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can cause airway constriction, a sudden drop in blood pressure, and loss of consciousness. It requires immediate administration of epinephrine and emergency medical care.
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