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- Title
A Protocol for Quantitative Measurement of Light Intensity Levels in Food Service Operations.
- Abstract
The article focuses on a protocol for quantitative measurement of light intensity levels in food service operations. Many health departments rely on visual assessment of light intensity levels to enforce food code standards. Recent studies suggest that qualitative inspections only minimally reduce risks of foodborne-disease outbreaks. This study quantitatively measured lighting in walk-in coolers and at food preparation counters in 57 food service establishments in Ohio. Walk-in coolers fitted with fluorescent-light fixtures were found to have a higher passing rate than walk-in coolers fitted with incandescent-light fixtures.
- Subjects
OHIO; UNITED States; BRIGHTNESS perception; FOODBORNE diseases; FOOD handling; WALK-in coolers &; freezers; FOOD service
- Publication
Journal of Environmental Health, 2004, Vol 67, Issue 2, p22
- ISSN
0022-0892
- Publication type
Article