1. Safety in the Kitchen

2. GENERAL  Keep drawers and cupboard doors closed.  Wipe up spills immediately.  Use oven mitts or potholders to handle hot dishes; never use a damp dish towel or an apron.  Move in an orderly manner. Do not run in the lab.

3. GENERAL  Avoid accidents by working in an uncluttered area: take your time and be cautious.  Have the chairs pushed under the tables.  Connect and disconnect electrical appliances by holding the plug, not the cord.  Always dry hands before handling electrical appliances.

4. GENERAL  Use knives and all other sharp instruments correctly.  Cut away from yourself.  Carry knives with tip pointed down and laid towards leg.  Lay sharp knives, peelers, etc. carefully aside after using.

5. USING THE STOVE & OVEN  Pull rack out when putting baking pans into the oven or checking for doneness.  Turn pot handles away from you to prevent dangerous spills.  Remove lids away from you to avoid steam burns.  Do not leave towels, papers, or other flammable items on the stovetop.

6. USING THE STOVE & OVEN  Check to see if all elements and oven are turned off at the end of class.  Relieve minor burns by keeping the burned area under cold running water.  Be sure dishcloths, towels, clothing and electrical cords are far enough away from heating units to ensure safety from fire.

7. WASHING DISHES  Never leave knives and sharp instruments in soapy dishwater. Wash separately, dry immediately and put away carefully.  Discard broken or chipped dishes and equipment; place in proper separate container. Pick up glass fragments with a damp towel.  Never immerse electric motors in water (e.g. Electric mixers).

8. IN CASE OF FIRE  Note the location of fire extinguishers and fire blanket in the room.  Turn off the elements if the fire alarm sounds.  Use the following to smother fires:  GREASE FIRE  use baking soda (found in your unit) or use a tight fitting lid  ELETRICAL FIRE  fire extinguisher  Know and follow fire drill procedures.

9. *** REPORT ALL ACCIDENTS IMMEDIATELY TO THE TEACHER***