All emergency telephone numbers should be handy and easily accessible at all times, such as police, fire department, ambulance, health department, and food poison control center. |
To prevent burns: |
- Use caution in removing lids from steaming, pots, pans, and kettles
- Use dry, flameproof potholders
- Turn handles of pans inward on range so that they cannot be easily bumped off.
- Keep papers, plastic aprons, and other flammable materials away from heat and hot areas
- Use pots and pans with sturdy handles
- Use caution in removing pans, cookies sheets, and casserole dishes from oven, also use an oven mitten
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To prevent falls: |
- Use a step ladder or low stool when climbing; never use a chair, box, or counter top
- Repair all flooring defects immediately
- All work areas should have adequate amounts of light.Keep floors clean of all spills
- Keep floors dry or make caution warnings visible for wet areas at all times
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To protect against cuts: |
- Keep sharp knives and other sharp utensils in a knife holder or appropriate place
- Cut away from the body; never cut towards the body
- Throw away broken glass and other broken objects immediately
- Wash all sharp tools separately from other utensils
- Never place sharp objects in the bottom of sink while washing other dishes
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To avoid fire hazards: |
- Keep fire extinguishers in convenient locations and serviced; instruct personnel on their location and use before a fire
- Do not use excessive water around electrical outlets
- Keep cigarettes away from clothing and other fire hazard materials
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To avoid other accidents or hazards: |
- Ensure that all poisons are clearly marked and stored away from food
- Keep heavy cans and other heavy objects on wheels for transporting from place to place
- Throw out broken or defective utensils
- Make sure tables and chairs are durable and sturdy
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