HACCPQuestion 175 of 240

What is the critical limit for the hot-holding control point in New York City?

a.140°F or above
b.120°F or above
c.100°F or above
d.165°F or above

Explanation

Hot hazardous food must be held at 140°F or above to keep it out of the danger zone. 165°F is a cooking or reheating temperature, not the hot-holding limit, and the lower values fall inside the danger zone.

Law Reference: NYC Health Code Article 81

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