Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration SMART PARENTS, SAFE KIDS COOKING SAFETY

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Why Cooking Safety? The kitchen can be a very dangerous place for young children: Burns Scalds Fire Cuts Magnets Tripping 2

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Safety is Fire Safety Each year, 1 out of every 8 homes has a cooking fire. Cooking fires are the #1 cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the U.S. 3

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Safety Top reasons for cooking fires: 1. Not watching food when cooking 2. Something close to an appliance catches fire 3. An appliance was turned on or left on by mistake 4. Starting grill with gasoline 4

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Safety 5 Keep an eye on what you fry! Stand by your pan!

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Safety: Burns and Scalds Definitions Burn: Damage to the skin or other body parts caused by extreme heat, flame, contact with hot objects, or chemicals. Scald: A burn from hot liquid or steam. 6

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration FIRE/BURN SAFETY IN THE KITCHEN When you are cooking: Keep anything that can catch on fire away from the stove. Keep the stovetop, burners, and oven clean. 7

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration When you are cooking: Wear short or rolled up sleeves. Avoid scarves or flowing clothing. Use long oven mitts or have them nearby. Don’t take hot things out of the oven with a towel. 8 Fire/Burn Safety in the Kitchen

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Fire/Burn Safety in the Kitchen When you are cooking: Stay nearby when frying, grilling or broiling. Stay nearby when using hotplates, toasters, toaster ovens or grilling machines. Keep an eye on what you fry! Stand by your pan! 9

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration When you are cooking: Check on food often when baking or simmering. Use a timer to remind you when food is done. h Fire/Burn Safety in the Kitchen

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Fire/Burn Safety in the Kitchen Microwave Cooking Open containers slowly away from the face. Stir and test food before eating. Never heat baby food or bottles in the microwave Do not allow young children to remove food from the microwave 11

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration SMOKE ALARMS Install smoke alarms away from the kitchen. Use smoke alarms that have a hush button. 12

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Smoke Alarms If the alarm sounds during normal cooking and there is no fire: 1. Press the hush button. 2. Open a door or window. 3. Fan the area with a towel. Never take down a smoke alarm or remove the battery. 13

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration KEEPING KIDS SAFE IN THE KITCHEN Make a 3 foot area around the stove a kid-free zone. 14

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Keeping Kids Safe in the Kitchen Cook on back burners. Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove. 15

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Keeping Kids Safe in the Kitchen Keep appliance cords coiled and away from counter edges. Hot food and drinks should be away from the edge of counters and tables. 16

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Keeping Kids Safe in the Kitchen Never hold a child while cooking. Use travel mugs with tight lids for hot drinks. Do not use tablecloths or placemats. Never hold a child with a hot drink in your hand 17

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Keeping Kids Safe in the Kitchen Baby bottles Heat baby bottles in warm water, not in a microwave. Test milk/formula before feeding. 18

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Kitchen Safety Review Stay alert when you are cooking! Keep knives, forks, scissors and other sharp instruments in a drawer with a safety latch, separate from “safe” kitchen utensils Store sharp cutting appliances out of reach in a locked cabinet Unplug appliances when not in use so child cannot turn on Don’t let electrical cords dangle within a child’s reach ALWAYS turn pot handles toward the back of the stove and cook on back burners when you can. Always know where your child is so you don’t trip over him 19

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Kitchen Safety Review 20 Choose a well insulated oven to protect your child from the heat if he touches the oven door Never leave the oven door open If you have a gas stove, turn dials firmly to the off position so your child cannot easily turn the burners on Keep matches out of reach and out of sight Keep a fire extinguisher handy only if you know how to use it. No refrigerator magnets on your refrigerator Keep strong cleansers and other dangerous products high and out of reach or locked in a lower cabinet use one that refastens automatically every time you close the door. Keep all cleaning products and alcohol in their original containers

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration COOKING OUTSIDE Grilling Always use the grill outside Grill at least 15 feet from any house or building 21

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Outside Gas grills Make sure the grill is clean and working Replace any parts that are worn-out or could leak gas 22

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Outside Charcoal grills Only use charcoal outside. Keep the grill outside of the house or garage until the coals are cool. 23

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Cooking Outside Turkey fryers Stay near the fryer when it is on or hot. Raise and lower food slowly to avoid hot oil burns. Cover bare skin when using the fryer 24

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration IF A FIRE OR BURN HAPPENS Fire: When in doubt, get out. Close the door behind you Call after you are out 25

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Fighting Cooking Fires Be sure everyone is out of the home and you have a clear path to the exit. If you do not reduce the fire on your first try, leave, do not keep fighting it. 26 In Case of Fire

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Fighting Kitchen Fires For a Small Grease Fire NEVER throw water on hot grease Smother flames with lid or cookie sheet Do not move the pan Leave lid on until pan is cool Use a fire extinguisher only if you have been trained in correct use If you can’t suffocate a fire on the first try Get everyone out of the home Call

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Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Oven fire Turn off the oven. Keep the door closed until cool. 29 In Case of Fire

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Microwave fire Turn off and unplug the microwave. Keep the door closed until cool. 30 In Case of Fire

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration In Case of Fire Fire Extinguisher Only use a fire extinguisher if you have been trained how to use it correctly. 31

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration If your clothes catch fire STOP right away. DROP to the ground, cover your chest with your hands. ROLL over & over or back & forth to put out the fire. 32 If a Fire or Burn Occurs

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration If a Fire or Burn Occurs If you burn your skin Treat a burn by putting it in cool water for 3-5 minutes right away. If the burn is large or if you are not sure how to treat it, call a doctor. 33

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration QUESTIONS 34

Proud program sponsor United States Fire Administration Thank you Katie Smith