Receiving & StorageQuestion 155 of 320
A cook is storing bags of onions and boxes of canned tomatoes in dry storage. Which practice is correct?
a.Stack the boxes directly against the outside wall on the floor
b.Keep the room at 80°F to save on cooling
c.Store items on shelving at least 6 inches off the floor, away from walls, in a clean, dry, well-ventilated room at 50°F to 70°F
d.Leave the boxes near a leaking pipe if covered
Explanation
Dry goods should be stored on cleanable shelving at least 6 inches off the floor, away from walls, in a clean, dry, well-ventilated room kept between 50°F and 70°F. Stacking on the floor against a wall blocks cleaning and invites pests, 80°F accelerates spoilage and infestation, and storing near a leaking pipe risks contamination even if boxes are covered.
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