1. Rules for Cleanliness in Food Preparation Areas 1.Keep the food preparation area clean. 2.Always use clean utensils, bowls, and other food preparation equipment. 3.Dish towels should only be used to dry dishes. Use paper towels to wipe spills on the cabinet or floor or for drying hands. Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

2. Rules for Cleanliness in Food Preparation Areas 4. Wash and dry dishes properly using the following techniques: a. Scrape all garbage from dishes and place in proper containers. b. Rinse to remove small food particles and sauces. c. Stack dishes properly. Put all silverware together. Put like dishes together, such as dinner plates, saucers, bowls, etc. d. Fill sink with hot soapy water. e. Wash dishes in this order: glassware, silverware, dinnerware, pots and pans, skillets. f. Change dishwater if needed. g. Rinse dishes in hot water. h. Dry with a clean towel and put away. Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

3. Rules for Cleanliness in Food Preparation Areas 5.Keep large appliances clean inside and out. 6.Floor should be kept clean by frequent mopping. 7.Promptly refrigerate leftovers in clean, covered containers. 8.Keep refrigerator clear of spoiled food. 9.Wipe or wash lids, caps, and the outside of bottles and jars before putting back in the refrigerator. Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

4. Rules for Cleanliness in Food Preparation Areas 10.If food looks spoiled, throw it away. Tasting of spoiled food may cause illness or death. 11.Keep trash cans clean. Periodically wash with hot soapy water, rinse, and let air dry. 12.Use plastic or glass cutting boards instead of wooden ones to eliminate danger of bacterial contamination from one food product to another. Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.

5. Rules for Cleanliness in Food Preparation Areas 13. If a can of food is bulging, throw it away. 14. Food should be stored in the refrigerator, cabinets, or appropriate places other than under the sink. 15. Occasionally clean behind the stove and refrigerator, and wipe off cabinet shelves. Copyright © Notice: The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of The Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences, Texas Tech University.