Kitchen Safety Obj. 1.01

Kitchen Accidents Kitchen accidents Lead to injuries that could be prevented by not taking shortcuts Climbing cabinets to reach something on a higher shelf Using the wrong knife for the job

Seven types of kitchen accidents Cuts Burns and fires Falls Electrical Chemical poisoning Choking Clothing/hair

Cuts—Prevention Knives Keep knives sharp Wash knives separate Less likely to cut yourself with a sharp knife If cut, makes a clean cut Wash knives separate Never cut towards yourself Never point a knife at someone Store correctly

cuts--prevention Small Appliances Glass Keep fingers way from blades Blender or food processor Unplug when not in use Glass Use a broom to sweep up broken pieces Wipe up with wet paper towel to get smaller pieces

Cuts—first aid Cover and apply pressure to wound Stops bleeding Wash with soap and water Apply antiseptic and sterile bandage If severe, continue pressure and take to hospital Don’t let them drive!

Burns and fires--prevention Use clean, thick potholders Not towels Not wet! Open lids away from your face Keep stoves free of grease Keep towels, curtains, etc. away from heat Turn handles away from the edge of the stove Never use water to put out a grease fire Use fire extinguisher, baking soda, or salt Fire video

Burns and Fires—First Aid Clothing Smother the flames Stop, Drop, and roll Body Place under cool, running water Do not apply ointment Old wives tales Do not break blisters

Falls--prevention Use a stepstool or ladder to reach items up high Secure loose rugs Wipe up spills ASAP Spray oil over the sink

Falls—first aid Do not move the victim if they have fallen. Make as comfortable as possible and call 911.

Electrical--prevention Avoid water and electrical appliances Bath and hair dryer Unplug appliances by the plug not the cord Replace frayed cords Do not use damaged appliances Toaster oven Do not overload outlets

Electrical—first Aid Do not touch someone who is getting an electrical shock Remove the source with a nonconductive material Broomstick Plastic pipe

Chemical poisoning—prevention Chemicals and medicine Keep out of reach of children Vitamins Keep chemicals in their original container (labeled) Keep chemicals away from food Cleaners Soap

Chemical poisoning—first aid Call Poison Control Center Have container to assist with information

Choking—Prevention Chew food thoroughly Child safety No small, round pieces Hotdog Hard candy Raw carrots Avoid talking or laughing with food in your mouth

Choking—first aid Abdominal thrust Procedure to save choking victims Can injure the victim Victim needs to visit a doctor ASAP Broken bones Infection

Clothing and hair--prevention No jewelry Paula Deen Keep hair restrained No loose clothing Closed-toed shoes

Clothing and hair—first aid Jewelry If caught, try to remove without cutting the victim Hair Release hair if caught in appliance Smother hair if it catches on fire

Kitchen Safety Poster Split into 6 groups Poster should include… Hazards Preventative measure First aid information Any additional information Grading… Safety information Listed above Creativity Neatness and overall presentation Group participation