A food handler just finished slicing raw chicken and now needs to prepare ready-to-eat sandwiches. When must the cutting board be cleaned and sanitized?

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B: Before switching from raw chicken to ready-to-eat food. Per ServSafe Chapter 12, equipment must be cleaned and sanitized when switching between different food types, especially from raw to ready-to-eat foods. This prevents cross-contamination and ensures food safety.

A food handler just finished slicing raw chicken and now needs to prepare ready-to-eat sandwiches. When must the cutting board be cleaned and sanitized?

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