Iph2211:Food Inspection Question Paper
Iph2211:Food Inspection
Course:Bachelor Of Science In Public Health
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2011
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer questions one and any other two questions
QUESTION ONE - (30 MARKS)
a) Explain the meaning of food hygiene and why it is important to adopt a “farm-to-table
approach to food hygiene. (3 Marks)
b) Explain purposes of inspecting food premises. (4 Marks)
c) Outline pest control measures that a food establishment should adhere to. (6 Marks)
d) Explain the meaning of adulterated food. (5 Marks)
e) Outline the roles of food inspection, monitoring programmes and risks analysis in
ensuring compliance to food safety. (12 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
As a Public Health Officer, you have been assigned to undertake a risk-based inspection of a
food processing plant. Discuss your pre-inspection planning. (20 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
Discuss hygienic practices for minimizing microbial hazards during post harvest handling of
fruits and vegetables. (20 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
Street – vended foods are a livelihood of many in Kenya’s urban centres. However, these foods
may pose significant problems. Discuss. (20 Marks)
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