1. Kitchen Safety
FACS 6
Mrs. Otos

2. Burns Be aware of hot surfaces Range top, oven, pots and pans
Steam Burns – lift/open lids with opening away from your face

3. Fires Microwave: Range Fires:
Smother with lid, baking soda or other non-flammable cover
Microwave:
Keep door closed, turn off power

4. Electric Shock Keep appliances plugged in AWAY from water sources
Do not overload outlets

5. Cuts Always cut AWAY from yourself More than knives can cut:
Peeler, grater, apple slicer, etc

6. Slips/Falls
Keep walkways clear
Wipe up spills immediately

7. Bumps & Bruises Close doors and drawers Keep clear of clutter
Watch out for others

8. Proper Dress Remove bulky clothing/long sleeves Tie long hair back
Apron & secure the strings

9. Oven Safety USE OVEN MITS! Stand to the side Open door ALL the way
Don’t reach into a hot oven – pull the rack out

10. Microwave Safety Use proper containers Glass, ceramic, & some plastics
Use oven mitts when removing food
NEVER put metal in the microwave
ALWAYS allow for venting