Oven Safety Quiz

What type of footwear is required when using the fan forced oven?

• Sandals

• Open-toed shoes

• Appropriate footwear with enclosed uppers

• High heels

What should be done with long and loose hair when operating the oven?

• Leave it as it is

• Contain it

• Cut it short

• Dye it

What is the first step in pre-operational safety checks?

• Check for fire hazards

• Locate and ensure familiarity with machine operations

• Wear gloves

• Pre-heat the oven

What should you never heat in the oven due to risk of fire?

• Water

• Flammable or combustible liquid

• Metal

• Plastic

What should be done if the equipment is damaged or not in good working order?

• Use it carefully

• Report immediately

• Ignore the damage

• Fix it yourself

How long should you pre-heat the oven to ensure it has reached the required temperature?

• 2 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

What should be used to remove baking equipment from the oven?

• Bare hands

• A fork

• Dry, folded tea towel or oven gloves

• A spoon

What should you do to reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity?

• Overheat the contents

• Do not overheat the contents

• Use more oil

• Increase the temperature

What should be done before cleaning any spillages?

• Leave the oven on

• Switch off and allow the oven to cool

• Use a wet cloth immediately

• Increase the oven temperature

What is the first step in housekeeping after cooking?

• Leave the oven on

• Switch off the oven

• Clean the oven immediately

• Open the oven door