Cleaning & SanitizingQuestion 140 of 319
Why should clean glasses and cups be air-dried upside down on a rack instead of being stacked together while still wet?
a.Stacking helps the sanitizer evaporate faster
b.Wet glasses break more easily when stacked
c.Stacking wet items is required by California law
d.Trapped moisture between stacked items can support bacterial growth and recontaminate them
Explanation
Wet items stacked together trap moisture, which allows bacteria to grow on surfaces that were just sanitized. Glasses and cups should be inverted on a clean, drainable rack to air dry. Only after items are completely dry should they be stacked for storage.
Law Reference: Cal. H&S Code §114099This topic, taught in full in the Food Handler Card guide. Food Handler Card — Complete Study Guide (2026) — PDF + EPUB, $9.99 · 14-day refund →
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