Clean bathrooms are an important part of restaurant safety. Restrooms can contain harmful bacteria and viruses, especially on toilet handles, faucets, sinks, door handles, floors, and changing stations. If employees do not wash their hands properly or use the same cleaning supplies in the bathroom and food-preparation areas, germs could spread to customers, workers, and food-contact surfaces. Restaurants should inspect bathrooms regularly, disinfect frequently touched surfaces, keep soap and paper towels stocked, and use separate cleaning tools for restrooms. Employees who clean bathrooms should remove their gloves, wash their hands thoroughly, and follow all health and sanitation rules before returning to food preparation. A clean restroom protects public health and shows customers that the restaurant takes cleanliness seriously.
