Knife Safety

Is a sharp or dull knife more dangerous?

What should you NOT do when using knives?

• Keep it sharpened

• Carry with blade pointing up

• Cut with wet towel under cutting board

• Use appropriate knife for what you're cutting

What should you do if you cut yourself?

• Panic

• Rinse with warm water

• Apply Firm Pressure

• Leave the stove on

What is one thing you can do to prevent accidents with knives in the kitchen?

Accidents with knives are very common in the restaurant industry

• True

• False

You should never _________ with a knife around

It's okay to cook if you're still bleeding, as long as it's covered

• true

• false

What should you do to prevent accidents with knives?

• Try to catch a falling knife

• Use a knife as a can opener

• Cut on unstable surface

• Teach new employees about knife safety

It's safe to leave knives in the sink with lot of other dishes

• true

• false

What did you learn today?