Personal HygieneQuestion 171 of 319
Which set of supplies must a designated handwashing sink always have stocked and ready for use?
a.A bar of soap only — running water is optional if towels are available
b.Hand sanitizer gel and a roll of cloth towels shared by the crew
c.A vinegar spray bottle, a sponge, and a basin of standing water
d.Hand soap, warm running water of at least 100°F, a hand-drying method, and a waste container
Explanation
California law requires each handwash sink to provide hand soap, warm running water reaching at least 100°F, an approved drying method (single-use towels or a hot-air dryer), and a waste receptacle for used towels.
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