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WorksheetsKitchen Safety
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 44mins
The majority of foodborne illnesses can be prevented by what practice?
using bleach to wash dishes
wearing an apron and a bandana
using a meat thermometer
proper hand washing
Which of the following ways is NOT a safe way to defrost raw meat?
in the microwave
on the counter top
in the sink with cold water
in the refrigerator
In order to properly wash your hands before or after handling food, what is the minimum amount of time you should wash your hands?
10 seconds
20 seconds
30 seconds
1 minute
Handles of pots/pans should always be turned ____________.
towards the front of the stove
over the counter
over the burner next to it
in the way that it is easiest to use
Always wash ____________ separately.
sharp knives
forks
spoons
pots
When handling a hot pan or dish always use a _______________.
wet pot holder
dry pot holder/ oven mitt
dish cloth
kitchen towel
How do you lift the lid of a pot that is boiling?
straight up
with the inside of the lid away from you
with the inside of the lid facing you
you shouldn't take the lid off a pot when it is boiling
You should always cut in the direction away from your body.
True
False
Wearing a sweatshirt or jacket is allowed in the Home Ec. Kitchen Lab.
True
False
All chopping and slicing is done on a cutting board or matt.
True
False
Water can be used to extinguish a grease fire.
True
False
The following item(s) can be used to put out a kitchen grease fire: (mark all that apply)
fire extinguisher
baking soda
water
pot lid
The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another is called _____________ ______________________.
cross contamination
foodborne illness
contaminated food
yuck, gross!
"When in doubt, throw it out" means ______________________, then throw it away.
if you are unsure if a food has been out too long
if you are unsure if a food is safe to eat
if you are unsure if a food looks or smells bad
if you are unsure if it was cross contaminated
The proper way to open an oven is...
To stand in the front of it and open the door
To stand to the side and open the door
It makes no difference where you stand
When cooking on the stove top...
Always stay in the kitchen
It is OK to set a timer and come back when the timer tells you the food is done
What should you do when a frying pan of food catches on fire?
Pour water onto the flames
Grab the pan and run outside with it
Throw it on the floor and stomp out the flames
Carefully cover the pan with a lid and turn off the burner
Is it a good idea to soak sharp knives in soapy water?
Yes
No
What is the best kind of spoon to stir hot liquids?
Metal spoon
Plastic handled or wooden spoon
The best place for pan handles is sticking out over the front of the stove where you can easily reach them.
False
True
Is it a good idea to wait to clean up your messes and spills until you have finished all your cooking?
Yes
No
Is it a good idea to leave drawers and doors to the kitchen cabinets open while you are cooking so it is easy and fast to find things?
No
Yes
Is it a good idea to plug in appliances with wet hands?
Yes
No
When you suffer a slight burn, you should...
Run it under cold water
Run it under warm water
Put ice on it
Put butter on it
What should you do when using a sharp knife?
Make sure the knife is a bit dull so it is harder to cut yourself
Use a sharp knife and keep your fingers curled away from the blade
Cut toward yourself because you have more control this way
Put your index finger on the top of the metal blade to help you cut more effectively.
It is a good idea to leave spoons in pots of hot liquids so that you do not have to hunt for one to stir the food.
False
True
Why is it important to remove clutter from the stove area and wear tight fitting clothing?
To prevent things from catching on fire
To make room for cooking and look your best
To look professional
When removing hot foods from the oven...
Make sure to have a cooling rack, hot pad or cool stove top near you to avoid bumping into others
Use oven mitts or pot holders
Never reach into the oven, instead pull out the rack first
All of these answers
When walking with a knife make sure to:
warn others and carry the knife close to your chest
warn others and carry knife pointing in the direction you are headed
warn others and carry knife pointing down near your leg with the sharp edge to the back
warn others and hold the knife with both hands
When a knife is falling..
never try and catch it
try and catch it by the handle
