(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.
Explanation
a) Causes of Accidents in the Kitchen: Lifting heavy objects wrongly.-Explosion of gas. -ignoring warning Signs.-Use of inappropriate equipment. -Managing a damaged equipment. -Excessive haste. -Distractions -Poor ventilation. -Carelessness. -Fatigue. -Lack of concentration-disordiness-Failure to apply safety rules.-Slippery fioor. -Wearing Wrong shoes and clothing-Use of wrong equipment.
(b) Items found in a First Aid Box: -Cotton wool. -Bandage/roller bandage/ triangular bandage/crepe bandage. -Lint.-Gauze. Adhesive dressing/plaster/water proof dressing. Scissors.-Hydrogen peroxide. -Methylated spirit. -Razor/blade.-Antiseptic cream. -Disinfectant-Gloves-Petroleum jelly. -Tweezers.
(c) Importance of Kitchen Hygiene:-To prevent food contamination. To provide safe/clean environment for staff. -to reduce the risk of accident in the kitchen. To eradicate kitchen pests. -To prolong life span of kitchen equipment.