Subject: Re: Wood Cutting Boards: Hardwood Forestry Bulletin #427

From: George Huffman <[email-masked]>
Date: Thu, 4 Nov 1993 08:36:31 -0500

Having noted many of the postings on wood vs. plastic cutting boards, I thought
I would toss in my $.02. In my business (antibiotic research) it is well known
that plastic can be an excellent substrate for certain bacterial growth. As an
example, the plastic catheters that are used in hospitals for IVs, temporary
implants, etc. These frequently are a source of infection for patients and one
that represents a major problem for some hospitals not to mention the patient.
So it's not a big suprise that plastic cutting boards behave in much the same
way. I know what everyone is thinking, but I'm not about to suggest to my
management that wooden  catheters are a solution to the problem, I think that
splinters might enter into the conversation. Anyhow, I shall continue to use my
wooden cutting board ...the delicious aroma of which is beyond description!

George
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From: [email-masked] (Jay Davis)
Date: 4 Nov 1993 16:32:40 GMT

Forgot one thing.  I put my white cutting board in the dish washer every time
I use it for meat, it get mighty hot in there.  And just rinse the wood board.
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