Oh&S in the IT workplace

Hot objects in the kitchen

By Brad Dunn

Hi , I,m Fred the firemanAnd I,m here to tell you about All the hot things to avoid whileyou are in the kitchen

Be careful of hot water Splashing out of taps and

Splashing off Other objects in the sink

Boiling water

To avoid this:•Check tap periodically

For leaks•Place warning sign

Above the area,Not to leave objects

In sink •Have boiling water temp Reduced to avoid scalding

Be careful of touching heatedPlates whiles inserting

Or removing a sandwichAnd

Check if the appliance is alreadyOn before touching the exterior

Surface

Sandwich maker

To avoid this:•Provide a Teflon coated slice

Tool or lifter•Remove and replace

Sandwich maker if touchingThe exterior can cause

burning

Be careful of recently heated Food which can cause burningAnd also hot drinks which canCause burning of hands and

mouth

Hot food and drink

To avoid this, alert Employees of recently cooked

Food and allow it to stand and cool

Also Place a sign

Warning of hot food and drinksIn these areas

That’s all from fireman FredAnd remember to keepSafe in the while you

In the kitchen