Safety in the Domestic Kitchen

What danger does baggy, loose-fitting clothing present in the kitchen?

• Food poisoning

• A fire hazard

• A fashion disaster

What type of shoes should be worn in the kitchen? Explain why.

Answer explanation

Sturdy, lace up shoes when cooking to protect our toes in case we drop a pan.

Which of the following is not a safety requirement in the kitchen?

• Tie up loose, long hair

• Remove rings

• Wear tops with no sleeves

What basic sanitary habit must people observe before commencing work in the kitchen?

• Washing hands with soap and water

• Having a shower

• Going to the toilet

Explain why you should remove jewellery before preparing food.

To protect your clothing whilst cooking, it is essential to wear an _____

Which of these activities carries the risk of a cutting injury?

• Carrying hot items

• Passing knives blade-first

• Wearing gloves

List 4 points on good knife handling practice:

What should you do if you cut yourself during a lesson?

• Let the teacher know straight away

• Wrap it in a tea towel, it'll be fine

• Pretend it didn't happen and keep cooking

What should you use to pick up broken crockery?

• A dustpan and your hands

• A dustpan and paper towel

• A dustpan and tea towel