Cooking Safely in the Home Kitchen
One of my favorite memories of the holidays as a child was when my sister and I would make fudge candy and gingerbread cookies with my mother. Getting children involved in cooking at an early age is a wonderful activity that can teach them lifelong skills, inspire a hobby or even lead to a career in the food service industry. And it might even get them away from their electronic devices for a while! Aspiring cooks of all ages should constantly be aware of the health and safety threats lurking in the home kitchen. Since Thanksgiving is the leading day for home cooking fires according to the National Fire Protection Association, this is a good time for all of us to review some basic safety tips.
A Few of My Favorite Kitchen Safety Tips:
-Dress appropriately. Wear shoes and avoid loose fitting, flammable clothing.
-Have a fire extinguisher handy.
-Wipe up spills immediately.
-Turn pot handles away from the front of the stove.
-Learn how to use knives safely.
-Keep hot pads handy and use them.
-Know your limits when lifting.
-Don’t pour water on a grease fire.
-Remember, steam can burn, too.
-Keep pets out of the kitchen and always supervise children in the kitchen.
Check Out this Video on Holiday Kitchen Safety: