What should be done with consumable items that may be tampered with?

What should be done with consumable items that may be tampered with?

• A. Food
• B. Drinks
• C. Any other item that may be tampered with
• D. SHOULD BE DESTROYED

Answer: (D)

When a consumable item may have been tampered with, safety takes priority: destroy it so it cannot be consumed or used. Tampering can introduce harmful substances or contaminants, so the only certain way to prevent harm is to remove the item from circulation and dispose of it properly. In practice, quarantine the item, label it as unsafe, and follow your facility’s disposal procedures (and report to the appropriate supervisor or safety officer). For any tampered item—whether food, drinks, or other consumables—the appropriate action is to ensure it cannot be used, which is why destroying it is the correct approach.