Transcript Kitchen Basics and Safety

Kitchen Basics and Safety
Unit 3
Kitchen Work Centers
• Work center- an area designed for specific
kitchen tasks
1. Cold Storage Center
• Refrigerator is the focus of this center
• Items stored nearby might include:
– Plastic storage bags
– Food wraps
– Containers for leftovers
2. Sink Center
• Main source of water
• Tasks:
– Washing fruits and vegetables
– Draining foods
– Washing dishes
• Items stored nearby might include:
– Cleanup supplies
3. Cooking Center
• Range
• Items stored nearby might include:
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Cooking tools
Pots/Pans
Potholders
Small cooking appliances
Canned/Packaged foods
4. Mixing Center
• Preparing and mixing foods
• Items stored nearby might include:
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Measuring cups/spoons
Bowls
Electric mixer
Mixing spoons
Flour
Spices
• *In a small kitchen, this area could be combined
with another*
5. Planning Center
• Space to store cookbooks, recipes, and
coupons
• Desk for meal planning and shopping lists
• Calendar/bulletin board/phone/computer
“A well-organized and wellequipped kitchen is a place
where good food can be
prepared quickly, easily and
safely.”
Preventing Kitchen Accidents
An Accident-Free Kitchen!
General Safety Guidelines
1. Don’t let hair, jewelry, sleeves or
apron strings dangle
2. Stay Focused!
3. Prevent clutter
(when finished, put things away)
General Safety Guidelines
4. Close drawers and doors completely
after you open them
5. Use the right tool for the job.
Example:Don’t use a knife to pry off a jar cover
6. Store heavy/bulky items, such as
cookware, on low shelves
Preventing Cuts
1. Keep knives sharp and use them properly
2. Don’t try to catch a falling knife
3. Don’t soak knives or other sharp-edged utensils
in the sink
4. Sweep up broken glass from floor
– If you need to pick up pieces by hand…. Use a wet
paper towel instead of bare fingertips. Seal glass in a
paper or plastic bag
Using Electricity Safely
1. Water and electricity don’t mix
o Don’t run cords around the sink
2. Don’t use an electrical appliance when your hands
are wet or if you are standing on a wet floor.
3. Avoid damage to electrical cord.
– Don’t run them over a hot surface
– Remove from plug properly!
4. Never force a plug into a socket
Hazardous Chemicals
1. Keep products in their original container
2. Do not mix chemicals
3. Store hazardous chemicals away from foods
4. Keep out of reach of children
5. Use safe, simple cleaners when possible
Preventing Range and Microwave
Accidents
1. Use potholders/oven mitts
2. When uncovering a lid to a pot or pan, lift up the
far edge away from the cover first so that the steam
will flow away from you.
3. Use only pots and pans in good condition
4. Keep pan handles turned toward the back or middle
of the range top
5. Keep paper towels away from range (flammable
items)
Preventing Range and Microwave
Accidents
6. Arrange oven racks properly before you start the
oven
7. Stand to the side when you open the oven door
8. Don’t reach into a hot oven (pull out rack)
9. Clean up spills and crumbs after the oven has
cooled
10. Be sure cook-top and oven/broiler controls are
turned off when not in use
If a fire starts...
What do I do?
Range Top or Electric Skillet
1. Turn off the heat
2. Put the cover on the pan or pour salt or baking
soda on the flames
3. Never use water! The grease will splatter and
spread the fire.
4. Don’t use baking powder- it could make the
fire worse
Oven, Microwave or Toaster Oven
1. Turn off or disconnect the appliance
2. Never attempt to carry a pan with burning
contents
3. Call the fire department