ServSafe Sanitizer Guide 2026: Chlorine, Iodine & Quats PPM & Contact Times
Jun 24, 2026
This 2026 ServSafe guide gives you the exact numbers for the three approved chemical sanitizers. Learn the correct ppm, water temperature, pH, and contact time for chlorine (50-99 ppm, 7 sec), iodine (12.5-25 ppm, 30 sec), and quats (per label, 30 sec). We also cover the 3-compartment sink process, how to use test strips correctly, and the difference between heat and chemical sanitizing.
Read the full article and see the comparison chart: https://open-exam-prep.com/blog/servsafe-chemical-sanitizers-guide-2026
Topics covered:
- The 3 Approved Chemical Sanitizers
- Chlorine Sanitizer: 7-second contact time
- Iodine & Quats Rules
- How to Use Test Strips Correctly
- 3-Compartment Sink Steps (Wash, Rinse, Sanitize)
- Heat vs. Chemical Sanitizing
⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:07 - Scene 1
0:37 - Scene 2
1:05 - Scene 3
1:36 - Scene 4
2:04 - Scene 5
2:38 - Scene 6
3:08 - Next steps
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- ServSafe Study Guide 2025–2026: Complete Review with 630+ Practice Questions and 7 Full Length Tests to Ace Your Food Handler Certification: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FBKBR5Q2?tag=openexamprep-20
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