Personal HygieneQuestion 174 of 319
Where should an employee store a personal cell phone, purse, or street jacket while on shift?
a.Inside the walk-in refrigerator next to ingredients
b.On the handwashing sink ledge so they can be wiped down
c.In a designated employee locker or coat hook, away from food and food-contact surfaces
d.On a shelf directly above the prep table for easy reach
Explanation
Personal items carry outside contaminants and pests. They must be kept in designated employee areas — never above or next to food, utensils, single-service items, or clean linens.
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