Comparative analysis of management models for disinfected tableware (drinking utensils) at home and abroad

ObjectiveTo compare the management models for disinfected tableware （drinking utensils） in countries and regions such as the United States， Canada， Australia，European Union， Japan and China. Analyze the similarities and differences in the management models for disinfecting tableware （drinking utensils） among these countries to provide references and basis for the risk management of disinfected tableware （drinking utensils） in our country.MethodsCollect laws， regulations and guidelines related to the disinfection disinfected tableware （drinking utensils） from various countries and regions， sort out and analyze the requirements for cleaning and disinfection procedures of disinfecting tableware （drinking utensils）， and compare the similarities and differences.ResultsAll countries have standardized requirements for the cleaning and disinfection process of tableware（drinking utensils），as well as the use of disinfectants. Except for China， no other countries have set limits on microbiological and physicochemical indicators for disinfected tableware.ConclusionIt is suggested to further improve the relevant standards for disinfected tableware （drinking utensils） in China， strengthen the promotion and improvement of standards for disinfected tableware （drinking utensils），enhance supervision and regulatory measures， and strengthen the awareness of corporate responsibility， in order to promote the healthy development of the catering service industry.