Question

If a food-contact surface has been soiled, what four actions must be performed before it can be used again?

a. wiped, rinsed, stored, air-dried
b. cleaned, rinsed, scrubbed, air-dried
c. cleaned, rinsed, sanitized, air-dried
d. degreased, scrubbed, rinsed, air-dried

Answer 1

The four actions that must be performed on a soiled food-contact surface before it can be used again are cleaning, rinsing, sanitizing, and air-drying.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is c. cleaned, rinsed, sanitized, air-dried.

1. Clean the food-contact surface using an appropriate cleaner or detergent to remove any visible dirt or debris.
2. Rinse the surface thoroughly with clean water to remove any traces of cleaner or detergent.
3. Sanitize the surface using a food-safe sanitizing solution or sanitizer. This step kills any remaining bacteria or pathogens on the surface.
4. Air-dry the surface completely before using it again to ensure that all moisture has evaporated.