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What is the maximum time that potentially hazardous food can be kept in the 'danger zone' before it must be discarded?

In most Canadian jurisdictions, the cumulative time that high-risk food can be in the danger zone (4°C to 60°C) is 2 hours. After this time, it must be either r

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Question: What is the maximum time that potentially hazardous food can be kept in the 'danger zone' before it must be discarded?

Answer options:

  • 1 hour ✅ 2 hours
  • 4 hours
  • 6 hours

Correct answer: 2 hours

Explanation: In most Canadian jurisdictions, the cumulative time that high-risk food can be in the danger zone (4°C to 60°C) is 2 hours. After this time, it must be either returned to a safe temperature or discarded.

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