Which of the following statements correctly describes the rule for tabletop equipment on legs?

• A. Be at least 6 inches high.
• B. Be sealed to the countertop.
• C. Be at least 4 inches high or sealed to the countertop.
• D. No height requirements for tabletop equipment.

Answer: (C)

Sanitation and cleanability around tabletop equipment. When equipment sits on legs, dirt, moisture, and food debris can get underneath, making it hard to clean and easy for pests to hide. The rule lets you satisfy cleaning requirements in two practical ways: the equipment can be raised so there is at least four inches of clearance beneath it, or the base can be sealed to the countertop so there’s no gap for debris to collect. Either approach keeps surfaces sanitary and easy to clean. A six-inch height is not the standard, and saying there are no height requirements ignores this important cleaning issue.