The Preventive Medicine Authority will inspect and approve ___ to start of operations.

• A. temporary food establishments
• B. permanent food facilities
• C. mobile food trucks
• D. on-base cafeterias

Answer: (A)

The essential idea is that temporary food establishments must get clearance from the Preventive Medicine Authority before they begin serving food. This authority checks that the makeshift setup meets basic food-safety standards—proper water supply, clean and sanitized surfaces, correct cooking and holding temperatures, effective separation to prevent cross-contamination, functional handwashing facilities, proper waste disposal, and pest control, along with adequate personal hygiene practices for staff. Because temporary setups don’t have the fixed infrastructure of permanent facilities, this pre-opening inspection helps ensure they won’t pose health risks to customers. While permanent facilities and other mobile or on-base units are also regulated, the scenario emphasizes the initial approval needed specifically for temporary establishments to start operations.