CEH Laundry and Linen Management 2

Question 1

What water temperature is generally recommended for washing heavily soiled cotton bed linens in a commercial laundry?

Accepted Answer

Hot (160–180°F)

Answer

Hot water at 160–180°F is recommended for heavily soiled cotton linens to ensure proper sanitization and soil removal.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the 'par' level in linen inventory management?

Accepted Answer

The number of linen sets needed to support one complete room turnover

Answer

A par is the quantity of linen required to support one complete cycle of room turnover and operations.

Question 3

A linen showing a yellowish discoloration after laundering is most likely caused by:

Accepted Answer

Residual alkaline detergent buildup

Answer

Residual alkaline detergent that is not fully rinsed can cause yellowing of white linens over time.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a sour (acid rinse) in the commercial laundry process?

Accepted Answer

To neutralize alkalinity left by detergents and softeners

Answer

A sour neutralizes the alkaline residue from detergents, leaving fabric at a proper pH and preventing skin irritation.

Question 5

Which formula is used to calculate linen replacement needs?

Accepted Answer

Discard rate × total linen inventory

Answer

Replacement needs are calculated by multiplying the discard rate by the total linen inventory to determine how many pieces must be reordered.

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