Equipment, Furniture, and Fixtures Flashcards
EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE AND FIXTURE
CONSIDERATIONS IN SELECTING EQUIPMENT:
FUNCTIONAL: efficient, usage of intension
EASY TO CLEAN: disassemble and reassemble
DURABLE: withstand heavy wear
SMOOTH AND SEALED SURFACES: closed
NON-TOXIC: coating material should be hardy
NON-ABSORBENT: do not impart taste
SAFE: electrical fittings
CORROSION: maintain its original quality and appearance
CONFORMITY: meet standards set by regulatory agencies
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR CLEANING EQUIPMENT
- Read the instructions for operating and cleaning
- Turn off before cleaning
- Remove anything in the equipment
- Remove plug from the socket
- Disassemble parts for cleaning
- Start cleaning from the top
- Dry all parts
- Reassemble all cleaned and dried parts
Large Equipment
Large or heavy-duty equipment is either permanently mounted 6 inches on the floor or is mobile with casters fitted underneath (IMMOBILE)
There should be 1-4 inches in between of the equipment to prevent stubbing toes as well easy cleaning and no obstruction in work (MOBILE)
Equipment that is supported by sturdy bracket, leaving the floor space clear.
The gap may vary depending on the size of equipment and ranges 6-18 inches from the floor.
Wall Mounted Equipment
It is placed on table tops or counter tops
SMALL OR PORTABLE EQUIPMENT
It is advisable to used stainless over wood because it is easy to clean AND TO DRY OUT unlike the wood it is difficult to maintain
FOOD PREPARATIONS SURFACES
EQUIPMENT REQUIRING SPECIAL ATTENTION
- Cleaning-in-place Equipment
- Microwave Oven
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Dishwashers, sinks, ware tables and drain boards
- Vending machines
- Chopping boards