Personal Injuries

What should foodservice workers do to prevent slips and falls in the kitchen?

• Walk, never run, in the kitchen.

• Use open-toed shoes for comfort.

• Leave spills on the floor to dry naturally.

• Stand on chairs to reach high shelves.

Which of the following is a guideline for using sharp tools safely in a commercial kitchen?

• Use knives to open plastic wrap.

• Cut towards your body for better control.

• Carry a knife with the blade tip pointed toward the floor.

• Leave knives soaking in a sink for easy cleaning.

What is a recommended practice to prevent burns in a commercial kitchen?

• Use wet cloths as pot holders.

• Turn pot handles towards the front of the range.

• Step aside when opening an oven door.

• Clean ovens while they are still hot.

How can back injuries be prevented when lifting heavy objects?

• Bend at your waist.

• Keep your back straight and lift with your knees.

• Twist your body to get a better grip.

• Lift quickly to minimize strain.

What should you do if you encounter an electrical appliance with a frayed cord?

• Continue using it until it stops working.

• Unplug it and inform your supervisor immediately.

• Wrap the cord with tape and keep using it.

• Ignore it as it poses no immediate danger.