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An encyclopedia entry for "cold holding/service" is presented. Cold food should be contained in shallow cold holding containers that can keep cold foods at 5°Centigrade (C) or lower when it is being held for service. A calibrated thermometer can be used to measure internal food temperatures. Covers or food shields protect cold food from contamination.

An encyclopedia entry for "ant control" is presented. It is noted that infestation by garden ants and Pharoah's ants--carriers of pathogens--poses a problem in food premises. Among the typical control measures are storage of food in closed containers off the floor and treatment of floor and wall surfaces with a residual insecticidal lacquer. It is also advised that since ants are particularly attracted to sweet food products, considerable attention must be paid to housekeeping activities and prompt removal of spillages.