Safety tips for preventing cuts:
Do not drop knives into dishwater in the sink. Hand wash knives immediately after use, or place in a container labeled “knives only” near the sink to ensure that another person washing dishes do not accidentally get cut.
- • Use the right knife for the job and make sure it’s sharp. A dull knife requires more pressure to cut, so you are more likely to cut yourself.
- • Handle knives and other sharp utensils with care. Dry your hands before using a knife.
- • Use a cutting board or flat surface. Put a damp cloth under cutting boards to prevent it from sliding.
- • Wear cut-resistant gloves where possible.
- • Curl your fingers and cut away from your body when trimming or deboning.
- • If you are interrupted when using a knife, place the knife down, do not continue cutting while distracted.
- • Don’t use knives for other purposes i.e. to open bags, boxes, cans, etc.
- • When carrying a knife, keep it to your side with the point down and cutting edge away from you.
- • When passing a knife to someone, put the knife down on a clean work surface and let them pick it up.
- • Don’t try to catch a knife if it falls.
- • Don’t leave knives near the edges of tables.
- • Store knives securely, blade down, in designated areas.
Do not drop knives into dishwater in the sink. Hand wash knives immediately after use, or place in a container labeled “knives only” near the sink to ensure that another person washing dishes do not accidentally get cut.
- Do not run knives through the dishwasher – it can ruin the blade, loosen rivets, and cause cracks in the handles.