Food Safety

What are the 7 types of kitchen accidents?

Cuts, Burns and fires, Falls, Electrical issues, Chemical poisoning, Choking, Other safety issues.

How should you prevent cuts when using knives in the kitchen?

Use sharp knives, cut away from self, use a claw grip, and store knives properly.

What is the first step in first aid for cuts?

Cover the wound and apply pressure until bleeding stops.

What method should be used to put out grease fires?

Use baking soda or a fire extinguisher.

What should you do immediately after a fall in the kitchen?

Do not move the person, make them comfortable, and call for help.

What are the key behaviors to prevent electrical issues in the kitchen?

Do not work with water and electrical appliances at the same time, unplug by the plug, not the cord.

What actions can help prevent chemical poisoning in the kitchen?

Keep hazardous products away from children, store chemicals in original containers.

How can choking be prevented according to kitchen safety guidelines?

Chew food thoroughly, do not give children small round pieces of food.

What are the four keys to food safety?

Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill.

What temperatures is referred to as the danger zone for food safety?

4°C to 60°C (40°F to 140°F).

What is cross-contamination?

When harmful bacteria transfers from one object, person, or food to another.

Name one unsafe behavior that can lead to foodborne illness in the kitchen.

Washing chicken, which spreads bacteria around the kitchen.

What principle of food hygiene prevents contaminating cooked food?

Separate raw and cooked foods.

What should you do if food in the fridge has been above 4 hours during a power outage?

Discard perishables like milk, meat, and leftovers.

What precautions should be taken with sponges and dish cloths in the kitchen?

Microwave sponges for sanitization and replace dish cloths daily.

Name two main types of contamination in food safety.

Chemical contamination and Physical contamination.

What is the term for the conditions needed for bacteria to survive and grow?

FATTOM.

List the main knife types considered essential in the kitchen.

Chef's knife, Paring knife, Serrated bread knife.

How should the proper way to carry a knife be described?

Hold the handle, point towards the ground, sharp edge facing behind you.

What is the purpose of using a claw grip while cutting?

To prevent cutting your fingers.

What is important about the temperature range in a refrigerator?

It should be kept below 4°C to slow down bacterial growth.

How long can leftovers be stored in the fridge according to safe food guidelines?

Up to 4 days.

What is the right method for reheating liquid leftovers?

Reheat to a rolling boil.