Pests & FacilitiesQuestion 134 of 240
How often must food-contact surfaces used with TCS food be cleaned and sanitized during continuous use?
a.Once a day at closing
b.Only when they look dirty
c.At least every 4 hours (and whenever contaminated or when switching foods)
d.Once a week
Explanation
Food-contact surfaces in continuous use with TCS food must be cleaned and sanitized at least every 4 hours to limit pathogen growth, and immediately when contaminated or when changing between different foods. Waiting until closing or until they look dirty allows pathogens to build up. Frequent cleaning is essential where food touches the surface.
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