The last part of the cleaning procedure of food equipment and surfaces to reduce microbial counts to a safe level within the department. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20108
To render most (but not necessarily all) microorganisms inactive. May be accomplished through chemical sanitizing agents (e.g. bleach, Iodophor, alcohol), or heat (e.g. pasteurization, boiling). See also sterilize. Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22622