Food-borne illness
What is cross-contamination
when bacteria from one food gets onto another food
What is sanitizing?
to remove harmful bacteria
How should you carry a knife?
with the blade pointing downward towards the floor
What are four hazard categories in the kitchen?
fires, poisoning, electrical shock, falls, cuts
What is the proper way to treat a burn?
run it under cold water.
apply a burn spray
DON'T use ice
What are three signs of food poisioning?
vomiting, dirrahea, nausea
How long should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
What items are safe to put in the microwave?
glass, microwave safe bowls, paper towels
What should you use to wipe up spills in the kitchen?
a paper towel
What is the Heimlich maneuver?
first aid for a person that is choking
What is pasteurization?
the process of heating a food sufficiently to remove harmful bacteria
What order do you wash your dishes?
glasses, silverware, dishes, measuring equipment, pots and pans, the sink
What is the temperature danger zone?
40-140 degrees farenheit
What should you use to reach high in the kitchen?
step stool or a ladder
What should you do if you have a small cut?
use a band-aid with first aid cream
What are four microorganisms that cause food-borne illnesses?
parasites, bacteria, fungi, and viruses
What is the proper ratio for a sanitizing solution?
1 teaspoon bleach to 1 quart water
What is a conductor?
something that transfers heat and electricity
If a pan catches on fire, what is the best method to put out the fire?
put the lid on it
What should you do to prevent burns when taking items out of the oven?
wear an oven mitt or potholder
What is the definition of perishablesomething
that spoils quickly
what should you wear on your hand if you have a cut (besides a band-aid)?
a glove
What do you use to pick up broken glass?
a damp paper towel
Why shouldn't you stretch an electrical appliance cord across the sink?
you could get electrocuted
you could stretch out the cord
Why should you not wear a bandaid in the kitchen?
bandaids could fall off into the food