Pests & FacilitiesQuestion 154 of 240
Which of the following is a facility requirement that helps keep a kitchen sanitary and pest-free?
a.Cracked walls with open gaps to the outside
b.Carpeted floors in the cooking line
c.Wooden, unsealed floors in the prep area
d.Smooth, durable, non-absorbent, easily cleanable floors, walls, and ceilings kept in good repair
Explanation
Kitchen floors, walls, and ceilings must be smooth, durable, non-absorbent, and easy to clean, and kept in good repair so dirt and pests have nowhere to hide. Unsealed wood, cracked walls, and carpet absorb soil, harbor pests, and cannot be properly cleaned. Sound, cleanable surfaces are a basic facility requirement.
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