Kitchen safety

Why is it important to wash your hands before handling food in the kitchen?

• Prevent the spread of bacteria and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses

• To keep your hands soft and moisturised

• To make the food taste better

• To avoid getting dirt or grease on the food

When using a knife, the correct grip is:

• Holding the knife by the blade

• Holding the knife with only two fingers for better control

• Using a loose grip to allow for flexibility while cutting

• Gripping the handle firmly with the index finger extended along the spine

It's safe to leave foods like meat or dairy products at room temperature for an extended period of time?

• True

• False

When using a knife, the correct grip is:

• Holding the knife by the blade

• Holding the knife with only two fingers for better control

• Using a loose grip to allow for flexibility while cutting

• Gripping the handle firmly with the index finger extended along the spine

Pineapple belongs on a pizza

• Yes

• Of course it does

• no, cos I have no taste

Which of the following is a safe way to put out an oil or fat fire in a saucepan?

• Blowing on the fire to try and put it out

• Turning off the stove, covering the saucepan with a lid

• Pouring water on the fire

• Removing the pan from the heat source and letting it burn out on its own

To prevent cross-contamination, you should:

• Wash utensils and cutting boards thoroughly between different food items

• Store raw meat on the top shelf of the refrigerator

• Rinse raw poultry under running water before cooking it

• Use the same cutting board for both raw meat and vegetables

It's safe to taste raw cookie dough that contains eggs

• True

• False

What is the correct way to carry a knife from one place to another?

• Carry it in your pocket for easy access

• Hold it with the blade pointing down and the handle secured

• Hold it with the blade facing outward

• Place it in a container with other utensils

It's safe to place metal objects, such as aluminum foil, in a microwave oven.

• Yes

• No