Safety in the Domestic Kitchen

What danger does baggy, loose-fitting clothing present in the kitchen?

• Food poisoning

• A fire hazard

• A fashion disaster

What type of shoes should be worn in the kitchen? Explain why.

Answer explanation

Sturdy, lace up shoes when cooking to protect our toes in case we drop a pan.

Which of the following is not a safety requirement in the kitchen?

• Tie up loose, long hair

• Remove rings

• Wear tops with no sleeves

What basic sanitary habit must people observe before commencing work in the kitchen?

• Washing hands with soap and water

• Having a shower

• Going to the toilet

Explain why you should remove jewellery before preparing food.

To protect your clothing whilst cooking, it is essential to wear an (a)  

Which of these activities carries the risk of a cutting injury?

• Carrying hot items

• Passing knives blade-first

• Wearing gloves

List 4 points on good knife handling practice:

What should you do if you cut yourself during a lesson?

• Let the teacher know straight away

• Wrap it in a tea towel, it'll be fine

• Pretend it didn't happen and keep cooking

What should you use to pick up broken crockery?

• A dustpan and your hands

• A dustpan and paper towel

• A dustpan and tea towel