DIRECTION
Read each cluecarefully. Think
about what kitchen safety item
or hazard it describes. When you
know the answer, raise your
hand and say it out loud.
OBJECTIVES
identify the differentpersonal
protective clothing used in the kitchen
define what kitchen safety is
explain the importance of following
safety practices and procedures in the
kitchen
Apron
An apron isan important piece of protective
clothing. In using apron make sure that they are
clean. Bacteria can quickly grow on dirty aprons.
When they do get dirty, change them. Remove
apron upon leaving the food preparation area and
when taking out the garbage.
17.
Gloves
Gloves should beworn to protect hands
from injury. Gloves also help protect food
contamination by bacteria and physical
hazards.
18.
Shoes
shoes should bestudy and should have
slip- resistant soles for safety. All shoes
must have closed-toes.
19.
Back Brace
Special backbrace helps lift heavy
items. An occupational back support is a
type of back brace with suspenders. It
is design to support the lower back while
lifting heavy items.
20.
Avoiding Injuries
Heat andfire
Food- service workers are responsible to
help prevent slips, falls, burns and scalds,
cuts and other physical injuries in the
kitchen. One example of doing it is by calling
out, “Hot cart coming through!” when
transporting large pots full hot hot liquids.
This can warn others in the kitchen and help
prevents accidents.
21.
Slips and Falls
Theseare the most common work-
related injuries in the kitchen. Follow
this rules to help prevent slips and falls
in the kitchen.
22.
Walk, never run,in the kitchen
Wipe up spill immediately. Grease on a floor can
cause a person to slip or an equipment to slide.
Use slip-resistant floor mats and make sure
floors are in good repairs.
Wear shoes with slip- resistant soles. Never wear
open toed shoes.
Ask for help or use a cart to move heavy objects.
23.
Group Activity
DIRECTION
Divide theclass into 2 groups. Call one student
from each group to draw or act out a kitchen
safety item while their team guesses. Give 1
point for the first correct guess.
Test I- MultipleChoice
DIRECTION
On your paper write the letter of the
correct answer.
26.
1. Which ofthe following is the safest way
to handle a knife?
a) Hold it by the blade
b) Cut toward yourself
c) Keep fingers away from the cutting edge
d) Run while holding it
27.
2. What shouldyou do immediately if
you spill water on the kitchen floor?
a) Ignore it
b) Wipe it up to prevent slipping
c) Walk around it carefully
d) Pour more water to dilute it
28.
3. Why isit important to wear an apron
and hairnet in the kitchen?
a) To look professional
b) To prevent contamination and keep hair
or clothes from touching food
c) To keep warm
d) It is optional
29.
4.Which of thesefoods is most at risk
for bacteria if left at room temperature?
a) Bread
b) Cooked rice
c) Apples
d) Chocolate
30.
5. Which isthe correct way to extinguish a
small grease fire?
a) Pour water over it
b) Cover with a lid or use a fire extinguisher
c) Throw flour on it
d) Leave it and run
31.
Assignment
DIRECTION
Answer the questionsbriefly in complete sentences.
1.What is kitchen safety and why is it important? (2
pts)
2. List two common accidents that can happen in the
kitchen. (2 pts)
3. Name two personal protective equipment (PPE)
used in the kitchen. (2 pts)