1999 Volunteer Leadership Training Guide
Protect Your Family From E. coli
What Do You Know About Protecting Your Family From E. coli
O157:H7?
Handout 2
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1. What meat is most often associated with E. coli O157:H7?
a. Chicken
b. Ground beef
c. Steaks and roasts
2. How can we kill this organism?
a. By cooking
b. By freezing
c. Both of the above work
3. We know we want to avoid eating or serving raw or undercooked ground beef,
but what is the best way to tell if it is done?
a. Check for an even brown surface color.
b. Poke it with a fork to see if it is tender.
c. Use a meat thermometer.
4. Can ground beef be safely cooked in a microwave?
a. No, a microwave does not get hot enough.
b. Yes, but care must be taken to avoid cold spots.
c. Yes, the microwave is a quick and easy way to cook ground beef.
5. What should you do if you are served undercooked ground beef when eating
out?
a. Send it back for additional cooking.
b. Leave it on your plate to let the restaurant know they goofed.
c. Consider that not all beef contains E. coli so you probably don't
need to worry so you can enjoy your meal.
6. How long should you keep raw ground meat in your refrigerator?
a. 1-2 days
b. 1 week
c. Until you're ready to use it
7. What foods other than ground beef have been associated with illnesses
caused by E. coli O157:H7?
a. None. This bacteria lives only in cattle.
b. Eggs and fish
c. Some raw produce and unpasteurized juice
8. Can E. coli be passed from person to person?
a. Yes
b. No
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