Kitchen and Cooking Safety – Tips for a Safe Cooking Environment

Safety means being free from risk or danger in your work environment. People who engage in culinary activities are good cooks, not only because of the delicious dishes they prepare, but also because of their level of home maintenance skill. One of the main reasons people slip, trip, and fall in the kitchen is poor cleanliness. Many situations can cause a slip, trip or fall. They include: wet stains, greasy or polished floor, loose flooring or carpeting, uneven walking surfaces, clutter, electrical cords, etc.

To enhance a safe kitchen or work environment, keep walkways and stairways free of debris, debris, ruts, holes, and obstructions. Always remember to immediately clean up spills of oil, grease or other liquid. Don’t procrastinate. But if cleanup can’t be done right away, be sure to cover it with absorbent material until proper cleanup is done. And keep cleaning materials away from food.

Keep electrical cords out of the way. Wrap cords, extension cords, lines, hoses, etc. when not in use. Close cupboards and cabinets when not in use. And ensure proper and adequate lighting inside and outside the kitchen. Make sure there are no gas leaks, and if you find them, fix them immediately. With a gas leak, remote ignition is possible, as well as inhalation. This affects the nervous system and can lead to suffocation. In case of fire, cut off the supply, but if this is not possible and there is no risk to the environment, let it burn out. However, evacuate the danger zone.

Check that all thermostats work. The oil temperature should be at the recommended temperature and the fryers should be filled to the correct level, as indicated in the operator’s manual. There is a danger of possible burns in case of oil splashes, so you must make sure that there is no water in the food. Do not support containers on the edge of fryers. Avoid hot water spills, they can cause serious burns. Check the temperature of the container before lifting a pot or kettle off the stove, and keep flammable materials away from high temperatures and open flames.

Remember to turn off fryers, oven, grills, etc. before beginning cleaning. These are potential fire areas. Even a small fire can become dangerous and out of control. And in case of fire, do not try to use water to put out the fire. Use a fire extinguisher instead.

Broken glass must be disposed of immediately to avoid injury. Chipped glasses can cause cuts and infectious diseases. Always wear rubber soles or safety shoes. This helps protect you from so many dangers.

Never forget all the necessary safety tips that you have learned so far. Clean up oil and grease spills on the floor, clear the runway, and observe careful handling of electrical appliances, hot oil, and hot water. Keep the fire extinguisher nearby and dispose of broken glasses. Wear rubber-soled shoes or safety shoes.

Safe cooking.