Cleaning & SanitizingQuestion 14 of 319
In a three-compartment sink, what is the correct order of the steps?
a.Sanitize, rinse, wash, air dry
b.Wash, sanitize, rinse, towel dry
c.Wash, rinse, sanitize, air dry
d.Rinse, wash, air dry, sanitize
Explanation
The correct order is wash in detergent and warm water, rinse in clean water to remove detergent, sanitize with chemical or hot water, then allow items to air dry. Towel drying can recontaminate cleaned items.
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