Kitchen Safety

What is the main cause of foodborne illnesses according to the text?

• Cross contamination

• Overcooking food

• Eating too much sugar

• Not drinking enough water

What can happen when raw foods come into contact with ready-to-eat foods?

• The food becomes more nutritious

• Bacteria can be transferred

• The food tastes better

• The food becomes less expensive

What should be done to prevent cross contamination from raw meat?

• Cook the meat for a longer time

• Keep raw meat separate and wash surfaces and hands

• Freeze the meat immediately

• Add more spices to the meat

Where is the number one place that people fall?

• Bathroom

• Kitchen

• Living room

• Bedroom

What should you do to prevent falls in the kitchen?

• Leave spills for later

• Climb on furniture

• Keep the floor clear of clutter

• Reach for high items without help

Why is it dangerous to reach for high items on shelves?

• It can cause spills

• It can cause accidents

• It makes the kitchen messy

• It is tiring

Which of the following is a safety tip to prevent injury from kitchen fires?

• Wear loose sleeves while cooking.

• Keep oven mitts on the stove top.

• Leave cooking food unattended.

• Keep a fire extinguisher nearby.

What should you do with pot handles to ensure kitchen safety?

• Turn them outward.

• Turn them inward.

• Leave them as they are.

• Cover them with towels.

Why is it important to keep hair tied back while cooking?

• To look neat.

• To prevent hair from falling into food.

• To avoid hair catching fire.

• To keep hair clean.

What is one way to prevent electric shock in the kitchen?

• Use metal utensils in the microwave

• Touch cords with wet hands

• Keep electric items away from water

• Put aluminum foil in the microwave