Cleaning & SanitizingQuestion 20 of 319
After items are sanitized in the three-compartment sink, how should they be dried?
a.Allowed to air dry completely on a clean drainboard
b.Dried with paper towels to speed up service
c.Stacked wet to keep sanitizer in contact
d.Wiped dry with a clean cloth towel
Explanation
Sanitized items must be allowed to air dry. Wiping with towels or cloths can recontaminate the surface and remove the sanitizer film before it has done its job. Stacking wet items traps moisture that can support bacterial growth.
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