(a) State four causes of accidents in the kitchen. (b) List four items found in a first aid box. (c)State two importance of kitchen hygiene.

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(a) Four causes of accidents in the kitchen

1. Wet or greasy floors causing slips and falls.
2. Careless handling of sharp knives and cutting equipment causing cuts.
3. Contact with hot surfaces, hot fat, steam or boiling liquids causing burns and scalds.
4. Faulty or misused electrical and gas equipment causing shocks, fire or explosion.

Poor lighting and obstructed passageways also cause accidents.

(b) Four items found in a first aid box

1. Adhesive plasters (bandages)
2. Sterile gauze and cotton wool
3. Antiseptic (for example Dettol) and disinfectant
4. Scissors and a pair of forceps

Others include a roller bandage, safety pins and burn ointment.

(c) Two importance of kitchen hygiene

1. It prevents food contamination and the spread of food-borne diseases and food poisoning.
2. It ensures the production of clean, safe, wholesome food and protects the good reputation of the establishment.