Safety and Sanitation
which knife is more dangerous, a dull knife or a sharp knife, why?
A dull knife, because it could slip.
What puts out grease fires?
A fire extinguisher, baking soda, the lid, or a cookie sheet.
this knife handles most chopping jobs
Chef's knife
What should you do to help people from slipping in the kitchen?
Clean up messes quickly, and use non slip rugs.
What are the 5 most common kitchen accidents?
Cuts, fire, burns, fire, poison, falling.
How do you put out an electrical fire?
Fire extinguisher
How do you place food on the cutting board?
Flat side down.
How do you hand someone a knife?
Give it to them by the handle or or leave it for them to pick up on the table.
How do you wash knives?
Hand wash them, and use hot water and soap, and then wash, dry, and put them back where they were.
Why do you wash knives first?
If you leave them in the sink, and you reach in, you could touch one and cut yourself.
How can you prevent cuts?
Keep knives sharp, so they don't slip.
Should you ever catch a falling knife?
Never
Should you ever open anything with a knife?
Never
Should you leave a knife unattended?
Never
Should you put a knife in the sink?
Never
Should you talk with a knife?
Never
Should you walk with the knife blade out?
Never
should you bring the tip off of the cutting board?
Never
Should you throw hot items away?
No, because it can burn a hole in the trash.
When you are cooking, and you cut yourself, should you leave it and bandage it later?
No, you should stop, clean the cut, bandage the cut, and put on a glove.
What do you need to make sure you do in the kitchen?
Pay attention to what you are doing, and don't get distracted.
How do you pick up broken glass?
Pick up the big pieces and then use a damp paper towel to sweep up the small pieces.
Where do the pot handles need to be positioned on the stove?
Point them away from you and don't put them over another pot that is hot.
Why shouldn't you leave the oven door open?
Someone could fall and burn themselves.
Why shouldn't you use a wet potholder?
The water will heat up, causing a steam burn.
Why shouldn't you wear baggy clothes in the kitchen?
They can catch on fire.
How can you prevent electrical shocks?
Use electrical tape to fix wires, and never use water around electronic appliances.
What is the claw method?
Use your knuckles as a guide and make your hand a claw shape.
Why shouldn't you use water on grease fires?
Water and grease will mix, causing an explosion.
How do you walk with a knife?
With the blade by your side
Which way do you open pots to check for boiling?
You should open them away from you so you don't get a steam burn.
this knife handles smaller jobs
paring knife