Post on 16-May-2015
Kitchen Safety & SanitationTips for In Class
and At Home
General Safety Guidelines
Don’t let hair, jewelry or sleeves dangle. They could catch fire or get caught in appliances.
Stay focused on what you’re doing!
Prevent clutter. Clean up and put things away as you go.
Always use the right tool for the job.
Preventing Falls
Wipe up all spills immediately.
Keep shoes tied and avoid wearing flip flops on lab days!
Preventing Cuts
Use knives properly.
Never try to catch a falling knife.
Don’t soak knives in soap-filled water.
Never pick up broken glass with your hands. Always use a broom & dustpan.
First Aid for Cuts
For severe bleeding, apply pressure with a thick cloth.
For minor cuts, wash with soap and water, blot dry, and bandage.
Ouch!
The Consumer Product Safety Commission
estimates over 137,000 people receive hospital treatment due to
kitchen knife injuries each
year!
Electrical Safety
Water and electricity don’t mix!
Avoid damaging, tugging on, or burning electrical cords.
Watch for cord/appliance wear and tear. Tell teacher immediately.
How many of you have a fire extinguisher in your kitchen at home?
Preventing Fires
Every home kitchen should be equipped with a fire extinguisher.
(We have 3 in this classroom!)
Always use potholders instead of dish towels.
The only things on your stovetop should be pots and pans.
In Case of Fire
Turn off appliance.
Douse with baking soda, NOT water.
Use a fire extinguisher.
If clothing catches fire, stop, drop and roll!
Crawl on the ground to get out of a smoke-filled room.
Has anyone been burned
in the kitchen before?
Preventing Burns
Turn handles of pots and pans inward so they won’t be knocked off the stovetop.
Use thick, dry potholders.
Remove pan lids away from you to avoid steam burns.
Pat dry food before placing it in hot oil.
Use tongs to remove food from or to turn food in hot water or oil.
First Aid for Burns
Cool burns with cold water or ice.
Treat with a burn relief gel.
First Aid for Choking
If capable, perform Heimlich Maneuver.
Perform CPR if person has stopped breathing and heartbeat has stopped.
Microwave Safety
Use potholders to remove food containers.
Remove lids carefully to avoid steam burns.
Distribute heat by stirring microwaved foods before serving.
Sanitation Procedures
Wear a clean apron
Pull hair back
Cover cuts
Wash hands with soap before beginning, and wash hand often while cooking!
Avoid touching your hair, skin and face
Consider wearing a stylish hair or beard net.
Sanitation Procedures
Use clean dishtowels and potholders
Wipe countertops down before beginning, as well as after completing the lab
Use hot, soapy water for washing dishes
Use a clean spoon every time you taste food
Sanitation Procedures
After handling raw meat, scrub all areas, utensils, and hands with hot, soapy water
If possible, use a utensil, not your hands
Avoid cross-contamination
Cover leftovers and store them in the refrigerator immediately
Avoid the Danger Zone: 40° - 140°
165°F = Poultry
160°F = Ground Meats & Egg Dishes
145°F = Beef, Lamb, Veal & Seafood
140°F = Hold Hot Food
40°F - 140°F = DANGER ZONE!
40°F = Refrigerator Temperatures
0°F = Freezer Temperatures