ABSTRACT
In 1987 the hygienic condition was analysed of 28 workers' canteens in the Province of Ciechanów considering also the quality of lunches or the se called regenerative-fortifying meals. The inspection showed that the hygienic condition of 14 canteens (40%) was unsatisfactory. The microbiological cleanliness of the equipment was questioned most frequently in these canteens in which the hygienic condition was below standard. In 28 canteens controlled the nutrition was incorrect in view of deviations from the accepted standard content of protein, fats and carbohydrates as well as energy. The food rations expressed in 12 groups of products in 21 canteens differed from the recommended values for partial nutrition. It was found also that the occupational qualifications and the level of knowledge on rational nutrition of the staff and personnel in the canteens were unsatisfactory.
