Cleaning

Ronald H. Schmidt andRonald H. Schmidt
Other Contacts: Keith R. Schneider

This document explains the procedures for cleaning and sanitizing equipment in food-processing and handling operations. It emphasizes the importance of proper cleaning to remove food residues and prevent bacterial growth. The article details various cleaning methods, including mechanical, manual, and clean-out-of-place techniques, and discusses the types of soils and appropriate detergents for their removal. It also covers the use of thermal and chemical sanitizers, highlighting factors that affect their effectiveness. The document aims to ensure food safety by providing comprehensive guidelines for maintaining clean and sanitized equipment. Original publication date July 1997.

Amy Hallock, Eva A. Buckner, Ricky W. Telg, and Alena R. Poulin

Being bitten by the container mosquitoes Aedes aegypti and Ae. albopictus means a higher risk of becoming infected with Zika, dengue, or chikungunya virus. Container mosquitoes develop in the water that collects in discarded tires, jars, cans, buckets, and boats. The best way to prevent irritating bites and dangerous mosquito-transmitted illnesses is to get rid of all trash that holds water. This fact sheet is packed with recommendations that will help you to successfully develop and host a cleanup event to reduce potential mosquito larval habitats in your community and keep yourself and your neighbors safe.

Izabella Toledo and Chris Decubellis

This article aims to help small dairy producers learn how to properly clean portable milking machines so they can improve milk quality and prolong the life of milking equipment. This publication is accompanied by one brochure that aims to summarize the steps for proper cleaning of portable milking units. Written by Izabella Toledo and Chris Decubellis, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, April 2024.

Brett W. Bultemeier andBenjamin Sperry
Other Contacts: Tyler Newberry andAmy Solis

Maintenance of any piece of equipment is vital for not only keeping it functional, but maximizing its efficacy. This is even more important when it comes to pesticide application equipment. A critical piece of this maintenance is properly cleaning the tank out after use. This new 3-page publication from the UF/IFAS Pesticide Information Office will discuss the importance of and mechanisms for properly cleaning out pesticide application equipment. Written by Brett Bultemeier and Benjamin Sperry.

Eliana Kampf, Eliana Kampf, Astrid Delgado, Astrid Delgado, Carol Lehtola, Mary L. Duryea, Mary L. Duryea, Richard Hauer, Allyson Salisbury, Michael G. Andreu, Alyssa Vinson, andRyan Klein

Stay safe! This fact sheet offers general safety tips, how to create a safe work zone, chain saw safety, and personal protective equipment.