Safety First – A Visual Guide – Foods 12
If the food in your sauce pan catches on fire, place a lid on it to eliminate the oxygen and turn off the heat to remove the heat source
If you experience a grease fire, smother it in baking soda rather than water to prevent the fire from spreading
Hold the burned skin under cool water to cool the burn
You can apply an anethetic with aloe vera gel or cream to soothe burned skin
Never mix cleaning products to avoid creating dangerous products
Keep chemicals away from children in a locked cabinet
Always keep your laces tied to prevent tripping and falling
Keep walking pathways clear to provide a safe place to walk
Always point your knife away from you in case it slips out of your control
Never leave a knife in soapy water so you don’t accidentally reach in and grab the blade
When lifting heavy objects always lift with your legs, not your back
Use both hands to lift heavy objects to avoid dropping them
Wash hands after touching raw meat to avoid spreading the bacteria
Don’t leave raw meat at room temperature for a long time to prevent it from entering the danger zone
Make sure to always compost items that are able to be composted including paper towels
Make sure to clear garbage/compost bins regularly to avoid unwanted pests
Wash hands before cooking to prevent bacteria spread
Tie hair up before entering the kitchen area to prevent hair from falling into food