Kitchen Safety
Why should pan handles be turned inward?
To prevent from knocking into them
How long should you wash your hands for?
20 seconds
Where should you place knives when not in use?
A knife block.
What is the danger zone?
How can cross-contamination happen?
Through contact with raw meat or shared appliances.
What should you do if something spills?
Clean it up immediately
Should you use warm water or cold water when washing your hands?
You should use water
What direction should you always cut?
Away from your body.
What are the symptoms of foodborne illnesses?
Throwing up, nausea, feeling sick.
Why should you use different cutting boards for meat and vegetables?
To prevent cross-contamination
What should you do if a grease fire starts?
Smother it in baking soda and cover it with a lid
What should you wear if you have a cut on your hand?
A bandage or a glove.
What grip is best for cutting with a knife?
Claw grip
165 degrees F.
Where should you leave meat in the fridge?
The bottom shelf
Why should you not leave the kitchen when a stove is on?
To prevent fires from starting when you are gone
Why do you clean dishes after using them?
To keep them clean.
Why should you keep your knives sharp?
They are safer to use and require less force
Safest place to defrost chicken?
In the refrigerator.
What should you do after touching raw meat before touching vegetables?
Wash your hands.
What should you wear/do when preparing to cook in the kitchen?
Wear an apron/no loose-fitting clothes. Tie back long hair
Should you clean the counters after using them?
Yes.
How should you clean knives after you're done with them?
Right after and safely.
What is the safe internal temperature of ground beef?
155 degrees F.
What is cross-contamination?
transferring pathogens from one surface or food to another.