Kitchen Safety
Why is it important to not play around in the kitchen?
So you don't get hurt by a burn or cut
What is the first thing you should do before cooking?
Wash your hands
Why is proper clean up of the kitchen so important?
to prevent injury from messes or sickness from food.
If you spill food or liquid on the floor what should you do?
Immediately clean it up with a mop or broom
If you have long hair, what should you do before cooking?
Tie it up with a rubber band.
Can you leave knives soaking in the water in the sink?
No, it is dangerous and you could get cut
What do you use to safely move hot items out of the oven?
Oven mitts.
If you accidently cut yourself while cooking, what should you do?
wash your hands and put a band aide over the cut.
Why is it important to put back items to where they were found?
So everyone knows where to find the item the next time it is needed.
How do you safely move a knife in the kitchen?
With the blade pointing down and away from your body.
Why do we wear gloves when we cook at IK?
to make sure the food is clean and safe to share with others.
If there are leftovers after you have finished cooking, what do you do with them?
Put the food in a container and place in the refrigerator to have later.
Why is it important to stay by the stove when cooking?
So your food doesn't burn and prevent dangerous situations.
After touching raw meat, what should you do?
wash your hands
What do you use to clean pots/pans, silverware, and other dirty items you used while cooking?
Sponge and soap