Dietary Manager Exam Prep

Category - Foodservice

What is the minimum dishwasher temperature necessary to destroy bacteria?

  1. 212°F
  2. 155°F
  3. 170°F
  4. 180°F
Explanation

Answer: C - The minimum dishwasher temperature needed to destroy bacteria is 170°F. A final 30-second final rinse at this temperature is sufficient to kill pathogens. Temperatures of 180-200°F may be used with shorter wash times in high-temperature dishwashers.

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