Preventing Kitchen

AccidentsA few helpful guidelines

6 Basic Safety Guidelines for Working in the KitchenO 1. Focus on what you’re doingO 2. Dress for safetyO 3. Use tools and equipment safelyO 4. Close all drawers and doors

completelyO 5. Store large, heavy and bulky

items on low shelvesO 6. Control clutter

How do we prevent falls?

O 1.Keep shoelaces tiedO 2.Don’t wear clothes that are too

long O 3.Keep floors clear of clutterO 4.Wipe up spillsO 5.Spray oil over sinkO 6.Secure slippery rugs O 7.Repair damaged flooringO 8.Use sturdy stepstools

Knife SafetyO Dull knives are more dangerous than sharp

ones as it takes more force to use a dull knife making it more likely to slip.

O Store knives in a divided drawer, a knife block or knife rack.

O Always clean knives with blades away from you

O Don’t soak knives or sharp utensils in a sink already filled with suds. Wash Separately!!!

O Never randomly grab for a utensil in a drawer.

Cook Top SafetyO Grease and bits of food can build up in

burners, ovens, range hoods and toasters. These bits can catch fire. CLEAN WELL!!!

O Arrange oven racks BEFORE turning on oven.O Stand to one side when opening oven door

when hot.O Always use a pot holder or oven mitt, but

never a damp or wet one!O Clean up spills that might burn.O If a fire occurs, turn off heat, smother flame

with a lid, another pan, salt or baking soda.

Appliance SafetyO Some plugs are made with one blade

wider than the other. These are called polarized plugs and may reduce risk of shock. Never force a polarized plug into a non-polarized outlet.

O Never use an appliance when your hands are wet or you are standing in water. Don’t run cord around sink. If appliance gets wet, unplug before touching and always unplug before cleaning.