Kitchen Safety

What is the first priority in ensuring health and safety in the kitchen?

• Providing training to employees

• Avoiding risks entirely, if reasonably practicable

• Using personal protective equipment

• Conducting regular safety audits

Which of the following is a mechanical aid that can reduce the risk of injuries in the kitchen?

• Protective gloves

• Non-slip shoes

• Ventilation systems

• Four-wheeled trolleys

What should be considered when conducting a risk assessment in the kitchen?

• The number of employees in the kitchen

• The type of cuisine being prepared

• The color of the kitchen walls

• The tasks performed and the loads lifted

How can food preparation tasks be made safer?

• Reducing the number of breaks

• Increasing the number of tasks per shift

• Using larger containers for ingredients

• Using proper knife handling techniques

What is a key message for employees regarding health and safety?

• Avoid reporting unsafe conditions

• Always follow proper safety procedures and guidelines

• Ignore minor hazards

• Use any available tool for tasks

What is a precaution for dishwashing tasks?

• Stacking dishes randomly

• Using gloves to protect hands from hot water and chemicals

• Using cold water for all cleaning

• Avoiding the use of cleaning agents

What should be provided to kitchen workers exposed to cold temperatures?

• Cold beverages

• Open windows

• Extra workload

• Thermal gloves and jackets

What is an example of making loads easier to handle in the kitchen?

• Carrying multiple heavy items at once

• Buying cooking oil in easier-to-handle cardboard boxes

• Using larger containers for cleaning chemicals

• Stacking heavy items on high shelves

What should be done to improve workplace conditions in the kitchen?

• Using outdated equipment

• Increasing the number of tasks per shift

• Repairing uneven or slippery floors

• Reducing ventilation

How can risks be avoided in the kitchen?

• By using outdated equipment

• By increasing the workload

• By ignoring safety protocols

• By reorganizing the layout of the kitchen