What should be done with food that has been dropped on the floor?

When food is dropped on the floor, it is essential to discard it to ensure food safety. Floors can harbor a wide range of contaminants, including dirt, bacteria, and other pathogens that could compromise the safety of the food. Even if the food appears clean, the risk of cross-contamination is significant.

Discarding the food prevents any potential health risks to customers or staff and aligns with public health guidelines and best practices in food safety. Maintaining a safe food environment is crucial, and this rule helps uphold McDonald's commitment to serving safe and high-quality food. Serving, rinsing, or attempting to clean dropped food does not adequately address the contamination risk and could lead to foodborne illnesses in consumers.