Safety in the kitchen

Which of the following is NOT a common kitchen hazard?

• Slippery floors

• Improper knife handling

• Cooking with clean hands

• Leaving electrical appliances near water

Which is the safest way to prevent a fire while cooking?

• Leave the stove unattended while food is cooking

• Keep flammable materials away from the stove

• Turn the heat up to cook food faster

• Use water to put out grease fires

What is the best way to handle a knife in the kitchen?

• Leave it in the sink with other dishes

• Hold it by the blade when passing it to someone

• Store it in a knife block or sheath

• Place it on the edge of the counter for easy access

What is one consequence of improper food storage?

• Food lasts longer

• Increased risk of foodborne illness

• The kitchen stays more organized

• Food will taste better

If a fire starts in a pan on the stove, what should you do first?

• Pour water on it

• Use a lid to smother the flames

• Move the pan to another burner

• Blow on the fire to put it out

Which of these helps prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen?

• Using the same cutting board for raw meat and vegetables

• Washing hands and surfaces regularly

• Storing raw meat above ready-to-eat foods in the fridge

• Tasting food with the same spoon multiple times

What is the best way to clean up broken glass in the kitchen?

• Use bare hands to pick up the larger pieces

• Sweep up large pieces, then use a damp paper towel for small shards

• Push all the glass to the side and clean it up later

• Pour water over it and mop the area

If you are teaching someone about kitchen safety, which tip would be MOST important?

• a) Always run in the kitchen to get things done faster
  
  

• b) Keep pot handles turned toward the back of the stove

• c) Use metal utensils in a microwave
  
  

• 8. d) Store cleaning chemicals near food

Which of the following is an example of good kitchen communication?

• a) Shouting instructions across the kitchen

• b) Letting others know when you’re carrying something hot
  
  

• c) Ignoring spills since someone else will clean them

• d) Rushing to finish cooking as fast as possible

Why is it important to follow safety rules in a shared kitchen?

• a) Only one person needs to know the rules
  
  

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  b) It helps food cook faster

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  c) It ensures everyone is safe while working together
  

• d) It prevents others from using the kitchen