Transcript Document 7207684

Chapter 23: Preventing
Kitchen Accidents
1. What are six basic safety guidelines
for working in the kitchen?
Focus on what you’re doing.
 Dress for safety.
 Use tools and equipment safely.
 Close drawers and doors completely.
 Store large, heavy, and bulky items on low
shelves.
 Control clutter.
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2. What safety precautions can be
taken to prevent falls in the
kitchen?
Tie shoelaces.
 Don’t wear extra-long skirts or pants.
 Keep floor clear of clutter.
 Wipe up spills.
 Spray oil over sink, not over the floor.
 Secure slippery rugs.
 Repair damaged flooring.
 Use sturdy stepstools.
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3. How does keeping a knife
sharpened make it a safer tool?
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It takes more force to use a dull knife,
making it likely to slip.
4. How should knives be stored?
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In a divided drawer, knife block, or knife
rack.
5. What precautions should be taken
when washing sharp utensils?
Don’t soak sharp items in a sink hidden by
suds.
 Wipe knife blades with blade pointed
away.
 Air-dry other cutting blades.
 Don’t randomly grab for utensils.
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6. Why does prevention of fire and
burns start with cleanliness?
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Grease and bits of food that build up in
burners, ovens, range hoods, and toasters
can catch fire.
7. How should you handle these
cooktop situations:
Lifting a lid: Lift the far edge first so the
steam rises away from you.
 Use of fabric and paper items: Keep away
from burners to prevent fire.
 Plastic utensils: Those used on the
cooktop should be heatproof.
 Aerosol cans: Store away from heat.
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8. What can you do to avoid burns
when working with a hot oven?
Arrange oven racks before you turn on the
oven.
 Stand to one side when opening oven
door.
 Use a potholder or oven mitt.
 Clean up spills that might burn.
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9. When igniting a pilot light, do you light the
match first or turn on the gas? Why?
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Light the match first; then turn on the
burner and light it. If you turn on the
burner first, gas will accumulate and could
explode when you strike the match.
10. What should you do if you see
flames in an electric skillet or pan
on the cooktop?
Turn off the heat.
 Smother the fire with a lid or another pan,
or with salt or baking soda.
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11. What are polarized plugs, and
how do they enhance safety?
Plugs made with one blade wider than the
other.
 Their use reduces the risk of shock.
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12. What rules should be followed
regarding water and electric
appliances?
Don’t use with wet hands or when
standing in water.
 Don’t run cord around the sink.
 If appliance falls or gets wet, unplug it
before touching.
 Unplug before cleaning.
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13. Name some poisonous chemicals
that are often found in homes.
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Oven cleaners, lighter fluid, drain cleaners,
pesticides, and different types of polish.
14. What guidelines should be
followed when grilling?
Have a clean grill because baked-0on food
and grease can cause flames to flare up
when you light the charcoal.
 Place the grill on a level, paved surface
where it will not tip over, away from
buildings, shrubs, trash containers or
anything that could catch fire.
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Never use a charcoal grill or hibachi inside
the home or garage because there could
be a build-up of carbon monoxide.
 If you use charcoal starter fluid, apply
enough before striking the match. Adding
more could trigger an explosion.
 Use fireproof gloves and heavy-duty
grilling tools with long handles.
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15. How does a stove guard help
childproof a kitchen?
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It blocks heating units.
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A five-year-old child stands on
a chair at the counter, helping her
parent prepare food. The child
uses a small steak knife to make
bread cubes while the parent step
away to stir something on the
range. Evaluate this situation for
safety.
The situation is unsafe because a chair
isn’t sturdy.
 The child is too young to handle a sharp
knife.
 The parent isn’t paying close enough
attention.
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17. Why should people who aren’t
parents also be aware of child
safety guidelines?
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Awareness by all helps keep children safe.
18. What is the Heimlich
maneuver?
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A procedure for dislodging an object from
the throat of a person who is choking.
19. When might you need to perform
cardio-pulmonary resuscitation?
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When someone’s breathing and heartbeat
have stopped.
20. Why should foods like grapes be
cut into little pieces for children?
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They can choke on pieces of food that are
too large.