Kitchen Safety

Jane was putting a large bag of flour on a high shelf and turned while reaching causing sudden pain and swelling in her back. Jane most likely experienced what type of accident?

• burn

• cut

• shock

• strain

Which procedure will not help prevent grease fires?

• keeping ranges, oven, and hoods free from grease

• throwing water on hot grease

• watching hot fat at all times

• wiping up spilled oil and fat with a paper towel and detergent

What is a safe procedure for preventing cuts?

• keep using chipped or cracked glasses and dishes

• discard open cans and their lids at the end of your shift

• sweep up broken glass or dishes immediately

• pick up broken glass or dishes with your hands

Maria spilled tea on the floor in the server's workstation. What should she do to prevent an accident?

• clean up the spill immediately and display a "wet floor" sign

• cover the spill with a paper towel

• leave the spill until it can be cleaned later and display a "wet floor" sign

• leave alone until a supervisor is notified

Which guideline is BEST to follow to prevent burns?

• keep oven doors open

• step aside while opening oven doors to avoid the rush of heat/steam

• clean the oven immediately after use

• use side towels as pot holders when moving hot pans

Which guideline will assist in preventing kitchen accidents?

• lift heavy objects with the bask, not the legs

• clean ovens, ventilation hoods, and change filters often

• store chemicals in food storage containers to prevent spillage

• wear long hair down and large pieces of jewelry

What is a procedure for preventing burns during food preparation?

• be sure foods put into hot grease are wet and cold

• get help to carry heavy hot containers

• turn pan handles toward the front of the range

• wear loose-fitting clothes

A bench mixer has exposed electrical wires. What is the potential accident this may cause?

• cuts

• falls

• shocks

• strains

What is the purpose of OSHA?

• be sure sanitation standards are met

• ensure chemicals are made safely

• ensure safe working conditions

• guarantee insurance to all employees

OSHA requires chemical manufacturers to supply what forms with the sale of their products?

• EPA

• IPM

• MSDS

• USDA