THREE SINK METHOD POSTER
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Properly using a 3-compartment sink ensures your kitchen adheres to health codes and maintains high sanitation standards. Download the three-sink method poster above to help your team always remember how to wash dishes in a 3-compartment sink safely and effectively.
Key takeaways
- Ensure the washing water is always at least 110°F to effectively clean dishes.
- Always follow the wash, rinse, and sanitize sequence to meet health standards.
- Air dry utensils and dishes on a clean rack to prevent contamination.
- Regularly use test strips to ensure the sanitizer concentration is adequate.
- Make sure all employees are trained on the correct use of the 3-compartment sink.
- Sanitize each compartment of the sink daily to maintain cleanliness.
- Maintain logs of cleaning and maintenance activities for health inspections and records.
- FoodDocs' food safety management software makes completing monitoring tasks such as cleaning checklists easy and saves teams time.
WHAT WE'LL COVER:
Setting Up Your 3-Compartment Sink
Essential supplies and setup
- Cleaning Agents: Ensure you have appropriate detergents, sanitizers, and test strips.
- Sink Compartment Configuration: Arrange the sink in the following order:
- Washing: Detergent and water at 110°F or above.
- Rinsing: Clean water to remove detergent residue.
- Sanitizing: Water with sanitizer at the correct concentration.
Preparation steps
- Remove food debris: Scrape dishes and utensils before washing.
- Stack neatly: Organize items by type to streamline the process.
3-Compartment sink steps
1. Washing
- Temperature: Maintain a water temperature above 110°F.
- Technique: Use a brush or sponge to thoroughly clean items.
2. Rinsing
- Method: Immerse or rinse items under clean running water.
- Objective: Ensure no traces of detergent remain.
3. Sanitizing
- Sanitizer concentration: Check with test strips to confirm proper sanitizer levels.
- Duration: Items must remain in the sanitizer for the required time, usually 30 seconds.
Post-cleaning procedures
Air Drying
- Allow all items to air dry on a clean rack. Do not towel dry to prevent contamination.
Regular Maintenance
- Sink Cleaning: Clean and sanitize each compartment daily.
- Chemical Replenishment: Regularly check and refill detergents and sanitizers.
3 Tips for compliance and best practices
- Regular monitoring: Frequently test water and sanitizer temperatures and concentrations.
- Staff training: Ensure all staff members are trained on proper sink use and safety protocols.
- Documentation: Keep logs of cleaning and maintenance for health inspections.
Using a 3-compartment sink correctly is crucial for food safety. This systematic approach helps maintain cleanliness and compliance, ensuring your kitchen operates efficiently and up to standards.
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