Evergreen | why sanitize?

Contrary to popular belief, merely washing your kitchenware or glassware with a quality detergent does not rid them of microscopic bacteria. In order to achieve clean and sanitary articles (pots, pans, dishes, glasses and utensils) it is necessary to use an effective sanitizing solution. Socially responsible companies operating within the guidelines set forth by the department of health for the food and beverage industry, understand that the sink used for sanitizing in its commercial kitchen or bar service area is the key to its operation. This is where articles become bacteria free, literally making the difference between a healthy and unhealthy environment for their patrons.

microbes

Microbial contamination is the food industry’s main safety concern. The soiling of food contact surfaces with germs often takes place during the process of preparing, handling, and the consumption of food. Any surface that comes in contact with uncooked meat, fish or poultry may be contamintated with bacteria such as E coli. US Public Health regulations require that all inanimate food contact surfaces and articles be properly cleaned and sanitized to protect the public from diseases transmitted through cross-contamination.

Cross contamination typically occurs when an individual with an infectious disease frequents eating or drinking establishments. Surfaces and articles such as glassware and flatware that may become soiled with infectious microorganisms found in bodily fluids such as saliva and/or blood, can be associated with the potential risk of spreading disease, including HIV-1 (AIDS) Virus.