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Can a linen napkin used to line a bread basket be reused between consumers?
Can a linen napkin used to line a bread basket be reused between consumers?
False
Linens that do not come in direct contact with food must be laundered __________.
Linens that do not come in direct contact with food must be laundered __________.
between operations if they become wet, sticky, or visibly soiled
Linens, cloth napkins, and cloth gloves that come in contact with food are to be laundered __________.
Linens, cloth napkins, and cloth gloves that come in contact with food are to be laundered __________.
between uses to prevent the transfer of pathogenic microorganisms between foods or to food-contact surfaces
Wet wiping cloths must be laundered _____ and dry wiping cloths must be laundered _____ to prevent contamination of food and clean serving utensils.
Wet wiping cloths must be laundered _____ and dry wiping cloths must be laundered _____ to prevent contamination of food and clean serving utensils.
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Can wiping cloths be laundered in the sink and air dried?
Can wiping cloths be laundered in the sink and air dried?
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How often must wet wiping cloths be laundered?
How often must wet wiping cloths be laundered?
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Do linens that do not come in direct contact with food need to be laundered between operations?
Do linens that do not come in direct contact with food need to be laundered between operations?
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Soiled linens must be kept in _____.
Soiled linens must be kept in _____.
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Linens must be washed using _____ methods.
Linens must be washed using _____ methods.
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Laundry facilities on the premises of a food establishment must be used only for the washing and drying of items used in the operation of the establishment.
Laundry facilities on the premises of a food establishment must be used only for the washing and drying of items used in the operation of the establishment.
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Study Notes
Laundering Linens and Wiping Cloths Guidelines
- Linen napkins used between consumers in a bread basket cannot be reused.
- Linens that do not contact food should be laundered between operations if they become wet, sticky, or visibly soiled.
- Linens, cloth napkins, and cloth gloves contacting food must be laundered between uses to avoid transferring pathogens.
- Wet wiping cloths require laundering daily, while dry wiping cloths must be laundered as necessary.
- Wiping cloths can be laundered in a designated sink or a clean warewashing/food prep sink after proper cleaning.
- Wet wiping cloths must be laundered daily to ensure cleanliness.
- Linens not in direct food contact still require laundering between operations.
- Soiled linens should be stored in clean, nonabsorbent receptacles or washable laundry bags.
- Linens must be washed using mechanical methods for effective cleaning.
- Laundry facilities in food establishments are exclusively for washing items used in the operation.
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Test your knowledge on the laundering protocols for linens as outlined in Food Code Chapter 4 Part II. This quiz covers key aspects of how and when linens should be cleaned based on their use and contact with food. Prepare to enhance your understanding of food safety practices!
