Illinois Food Service License Practice Test

The correct choice is based on health and food safety protocols that prioritize the well-being of both the foodservice workers and the customers. When foodservice workers experience a sore throat and fever, they should not return to work until their symptoms have resolved for a minimum of 24 hours. This ensures that they are no longer contagious and reduces the risk of spreading illness to coworkers and customers. Returning immediately with a mask does not adequately address the potential for transmission of illness, as it may still pose a risk to others. Similarly, while a negative COVID-19 test is important in the context of the pandemic, it does not specifically address all potential causes of sore throat and fever that could be contagious. The choice regarding returning after 24 hours of antibiotics is misleading, as not all throat infections require antibiotics, and if an employee is still exhibiting symptoms, they can still pose a health risk. Thus, symptom resolution for at least 24 hours reflects established food safety guidelines that help maintain a safe environment in foodservice settings.