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The purpose of cleaning and sanitizing

➢ The purpose of cleaning and sanitizing

surfaces that come into contact with food

is to eliminate any food residue that can

serve as a nutrient for bacteria to grow. It

is also important to kill any bacteria and

viruses that may already be present on

the surfaces.

➢ After cleaning and sanitizing, it is crucial

to ensure that all equipment and surfaces

are fully dry before storing them to

prevent bacterial growth.