Online Health- Home Safety

Select all of the following statements that are true about small kitchen appliances.

-They should be kept away from the edge of the counter. -The manufacturer's directions for use should be followed. -They should be turned off and unplugged when not in use.

Every kitchen should be equipped with a:

-fire extinguisher -smoke detector

Which of the following are safe places to store poisons?

-out of reach of children -in a locked cabinet

Space heaters:

-should not be left unattended -should be kept away from walkways -can be a fire hazard

Eye protection should be worn when:

-working with wood or metal -working with harsh chemicals -cutting grass

To avoid food poisoning, perishable items should not be stored in the refrigerator for more than ______________ days.

4-5

Which measure is important to keep children from reaching pots?

Do not allow the handles of pots to stick out over the edge of the stove.

Tools can be used safely for jobs that they were not designed to do.

False

To prevent the spread of flames caused by a grease spill on the stove or in the oven, use a fire extinguisher or throw _______________ on the fire source.

baking soda

The garage should be kept well ventilated in order to guard against:

carbon monoxide poisoning

All spills should be cleaned up ______________ .

immediately

Where should flammable materials be stored?

in a fireproof container

The _______ is the most hazardous room in the home because it contains many potentially dangerous appliances and objects.

kitchen

Garage door sensors should be tested:

periodically

To make your home a safe environment, _______________ measures need to be taken on a moment-by moment basis.

preventative

In order to prevent accidental spillage, pots and pans:

should be watched carefully

When is the best time to clean lawn equipment?

when it is turned off and cooled down