Before starting your holiday cooking, keep in mind potential risks and hazards in the kitchen. It’s important to keep safety in mind, especially when cooking with multiple people in the kitchen.
Many families are taking extra precautions and having smaller gatherings this holiday season to avoid health risks during the pandemic. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, 2, or 10 people, it’s important to stay safety conscious when cooking for the holidays.
Help Children Learn Kitchen Safety
Be wary of items that could injure children. Cover hot stove tops to avoid accidental burns. Keep knives, utensils, and cookware out of reach of children. Also, keep heavy items, like canned goods and small kitchen appliances, away from edges of counters and tables.
Be aware of potential fire hazards that may arise. Remember to turn the oven and stove off once food has been removed. Don’t forget to unplug kitchen appliances that are no longer being used, like crock pots and mixers.
Keep your cooking area clean to avoid cross-contamination and accidentally mixing up ingredients. Sanitize areas that have been used to prepare meat and other raw foods before beginning a different dish. Wash your hands often, especially after handling raw meats or eggs.
It’s also important to keep pets safe from hazards in the kitchen. Keeping cats and dogs out of the kitchen will help them stay safe from potential injuries or reactions to foods they shouldn’t eat.
The Merdes Law Firm has been helping injured Alaskans for more than 30 years. It’s who we are. And while we hope you never need us … We’re here if you do. ~ Ward Merdes
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