1. Kitchen Safety Rules and guidelines

3. Electrical Appliances
To avoid electric shock
Use with dry hands
Stand on dry floor and keep away from water
Keep appliances away from water

4. Electrical
In case of electrocution, turn of the main power source before touching the person or the appliance

5. DO NOT plug several cords into an electrical outlet at one time.
Unplug portable appliances after you have used them.
Disconnect appliances before cleaning them.

6. Knives safety Sharp knives are safer than dull knives
Store knives with a safety guard over the blade or in a knife block/rack

7. First aid
For a severely bleeding cut is to apply direct pressure over the wound

8. Avoiding burns Keep clothing away from direct heat
Avoid plastic on or near the range
Lift lids on hot foods away from you and your face. Direct the steam away.
Turn pan handles toward the back of the stovetop.

9. Oven
Use hot pads/oven mitts for handling hot pans. (Including microwave cooking.)
First aid for a first degree burn is to run the burned area under cold water.

10. Grease Fires GOOD BAD Cover with a lid Water Smother with baking soda
Use a fire extinguisher
BAD
Water
Flour
Move the grease fire

11. To prevent falls Clean up spills as soon as they happen
Use a step stool to reach things in high places
Store heavy items on lower shelves.

12. Cleaning Supplies
Store cleaning supplies away from food in designated areas, equipment, utensils, linen and single-use items in a designated area.
Keep cleaning chemicals in their original containers or have them clearly labeled
NEVER mix cleaning supplies
Combinations like ammonia and bleach will produce deadly, toxic fumes