Food Roasting Machine Operator how-to

How to Check Product Moisture

Moisture affects shelf life.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Moisture affects shelf life. In short: take; use; compare, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Take a sample.

  2. Use the meter.

  3. Compare to spec.

  4. Adjust dryer.

  5. Retest.

  6. Record.

Safety reminders for food roasting machine operators

  • Clean chaff to prevent fires
  • Wear heat protection
  • Follow lockout/tagout
  • Know fire procedures

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