Kitchen Safety - Knives

General Kitchen Safety

100

What should you do if a knife drops?

Let it fall. Do not try and grab it or stop it from falling 

200

What does a distraction free kitchen mean?

focused on task at hand, no rushing, no multitasking, remove potential distractions

300

Why is proper footwear important?

because it prevents injuries in case of accidents: knife dropping or slipping 

400

what type of shoe protects us from knife drops?

closed toe shoes

500

after a knife drops what should you do?

check the area: make sure knife is completely still

Pick it up safely: by the handle and check for damage before continuign to use it 

Knife Safety

100

how should you hold a knife?

by the handle 

200

true or false: its okay to wave ad point a knife when holding it

false: never do this, this can increase the chance of injury

300

maintain what while cutting?

focus and attention

400

where should you place knifes when not using them?

on a flat surface, blade inwards to the counter

500

true or false: it is important for safety to use the right knife for the job?

true

Cutting Techniques

100

To create thin slices, this cutting method is commonly used.

slicing

200

This technique involves cutting food into little square pieces, often for stir-fries

dicing

300

This technique involves rocking a chef’s knife back and forth for fast, even cuts.

rocking motion

400

what should you do to keep a cutting board from moving?

place a damp cloth or non-slip mat under it

500

For safety, always angle the knife this way when cutting to avoid accidents.

away from your body

Safe Knife Maintence

100

when you are cleaning a knife how do you hold it?

by the handle 

200

what is the best tool for cleaning a knife?

a sponge 

300

if you are using a dishwasher what way should the blade be pointing when you put it in?

down 

400

to avoid cuts while cleaning what do you do?

keep the blade pointed down

500

cleaning knifes carefully prevents what? especially if switching from cutting between foods?

cross contamination which is important for food safety so you do not get sick.

First Aid

100

For a minor cut, you should do what before applying a bandage?

apply pressure

200

when should you apply a bandage on a minor cut?

when the bleeding has stopped

300

should you elevate the injured area for a more serious injury?

yes

400

for a more serious injury what do you do first?

apply firm pressure and call 911

500

what should you NOT do for a more serious injury?

use adhesive bandages or remove large objects