Cleaning and sanitizing is vital to the safety and success of any food production process. Chemical soaps, detergents, sanitizers and disinfectants are routinely used to help keep food free of unwanted microorganisms and other contaminants. These chemicals are vital to the safety and success of any food production process, but they can also pose hazards to workers or the public if they are used incorrectly. This module is the second in a series of 5 modules over cleaning and sanitizing in food manufacturing. This module will introduce learners to the chemicals used for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces, and sources of information regarding hazardous chemicals in the workplace.