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A disruption in the water supply is considered animminent health hazard. Because water is essential for handwashing, cooking, and sanitizing, an establishment cannot operate safely without a potable (drinkable) source. According to the ServSafe Manager curriculum, if the municipal supply fails, the only acceptable short-term alternative5for drinking and food preparation iscommercially bottled drinking waterfrom an approved source.

Other options are highly unsafe: a 50-50 bleach mixture (Option B) is toxic and would cause chemical poisoning. Private wells (Option C) must be tested at least annually, not every two years, and may not be sufficient during a disaster. Water from an air conditioning system (Option D) is non-potable and potentially contaminated with mold and chemicals. If an establishment uses bottled water, it must also address other needs, such as using single-service (disposable) plates and utensils to avoid the need for dishwashing and providing portable handwashing stations or hand sanitizer (though the latter is only a temporary measure). If safe water cannot be secured for all essential tasks, including restroom use and handwashing, the manager must close the operation until the water supply is restored and cleared by the regulatory authority.

Proper waste-water disposal is essential for preventing cross-contamination and environmental hazards. According to the ServSafe Manager curriculum and the FDA Food Code, all "grey water" or dirty water resulting from floor cleaning must be disposed of in aservice sink(also known as a mop sink or utility sink). These sinks are specifically designed with deep basins and often have a floor-level drain or a high-back splash guard to prevent the spray of contaminated water onto surrounding surfaces.

Disposing of mop water in a toilet (Option A) is unhygienic and can lead to splashing on surfaces that people touch. Dumping water outside (Option C) is often illegal under local environmental codes and can attract pests to the exterior of the building. Using a three-compartment sink (Option D), which is reserved for cleaning and sanitizing food-contact equipment, is a major health code violation that directly causes cross-contamination. Mop water is filled with dirt, grease, and potentially harmful microorganisms likeListeriathat thrive on floors. By using a dedicated service sink, the operation ensures that these contaminants are kept entirely separate from food-prep and warewashing areas. Additionally, the service sink should be equipped with a backflow prevention device (such as an air gap or vacuum breaker) to protect the facility's clean water supply from being contaminated by the dirty water in the sink.

When transporting TCS food off-site—such as for catering or delivery to a satellite kitchen—the containers used must befood-grade, leak-proof, and able to be tightly covered. Ametal pan with an aluminum foil cover(or a tight-fitting lid) is a suitable choice because the metal is non-absorbent and durable, and the cover protects the food from physical contaminants, pests, and splashing during transit.

Using an uncovered pan (Option A) is a major violation as it exposes food to environmental hazards. A produce box (Option B) is not suitable for prepared TCS foods because the cardboard or plastic coating may not be easily cleanable or leak-proof enough for cooked items, and it is not intended for multi-use with cooked foods. A chemical bucket (Option D) is extremely dangerous; even if it is cleaned, chemical residues can leach into the food, causing toxic-metal or chemical poisoning. Only containers explicitly labeled as "food-safe" should be used. Furthermore, during transport, these containers should be placed inside insulated carriers to maintain safe temperatures ($135^{\circ}F$ or higher for hot food; $41^{\circ}F$ or lower for cold food). The manager's responsibility is to ensure that the "Flow of Food" remains secure and sanitary even when the food leaves the primary facility.