(a) State four safety rules that should be followed when working in a kitchen. [4]
(b) Explain two ways of preventing accidents in the kitchen. [4]
(a) State four kitchen safety rules. [4]
One mark each (max 4):
- Always use oven gloves when handling hot dishes or pans (1)
- Keep sharp knives in a knife block or drawer, not loose on the worktop (1)
- Wipe up spills on the floor immediately to prevent slipping (1)
- Turn pan handles inwards so they cannot be knocked off the stove (1)
- Keep electrical appliances away from water (1)
- Never leave cooking unattended, especially when frying (1)
- Keep cleaning chemicals separate from food and stored safely (1)
(b) Explain two ways of preventing accidents. [4]
Two marks per way (max 4):
- Store heavy items on lower shelves (1) so they do not fall when being taken down, which could cause injury (1).
- Keep the kitchen clean and tidy with no clutter on the floor (1) so that people do not trip over objects or slip on grease or spills (1).
- Ensure all electrical equipment is in good working order and regularly checked (1) to prevent electric shocks and fires (1).