Personal HygieneQuestion 65 of 319
A server takes a customer's cash payment, then returns to plate a sandwich. What must happen between those two activities?
a.A quick rinse of the hands with plain water
b.A spray of hand sanitizer on both palms
c.A full handwash with soap and warm water before plating
d.Nothing — money does not transmit pathogens
Explanation
Money is heavily handled and considered a contaminant in food code. Handling cash and then food without washing is a common cause of cross-contamination, so a full handwash is required.
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