Safety & Sanitation

Where should the handles of a skillet or pan be turned

inward

Washing your hands prevents what from spreading

bacteria & germs

What is a sickness caused by eating food that contains a contaminant

foodborne illiness

When setting a table for others, what parts of the utensils should you touch

Only the handles or rims of the plate

When using a knife what direction should you cut towards

away from yourself

Where should dirty knives go in our OPRF kitchens

On the counter until the dishwasher is ready to wash them

What do you cut all foods on

cutting board

In our kitchens, when you burn yourself what is the first step

Run under cold water

What is cross contamination

spreading harmful bacteria from one food to another

Where is the best place to keep a dish towel

near the sink, not near fire

Where is our fire extinguisher located

by the door

When cooking what type of clothing should you wear

snug or tight clothes. Nothing loose and baggy

When does bacteria grow the fastest

When food is sitting out. Refrigeration slows it, freezer stops it from growing

How should your hair be while cooking

tied back or under a hat

If you want to taste test the food, should you use a spoon or your hands

spoon

What temperature water should dishes be washed in

hot water

To prevent electrical shock what can you do

Have dry hands, pull the plug not the cord

What should you do to fresh fruits and veggies before eating them

wash them

What temperature helps kill bacteria while cooking

High Temperatures

When serving foods what temps should you keep then

Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold

How many hours can food sit out before it starts to go really bad

2 hours

What is the first line of defense in kitchen safety and sanitation

Hand washing

Should oven mitts be wet or dry

Dry. Wet oven mitts can burn your hands

What should you do if a fire starts on the stove

Call 911. Pour Baking Soda on it. Use a fire extinguished. NEVER USE WATER

Do foods have to look bad if they are spoiled

No. Foods can be spoiled or contaminated and still look good (EX. Milk)