All emergency telephone numbers should be handy and easily accessible at all times, such as police, fire department, ambulance, health department, and food poison control center.

To prevent burns:

• Use caution in removing lids from steaming, pots, pans, and kettles
• Use dry, flameproof potholders
• Turn handles of pans inward on range so that they cannot be easily bumped off.
• Keep papers, plastic aprons, and other flammable materials away from heat and hot areas
• Use pots and pans with sturdy handles
• Use caution in removing pans, cookies sheets, and casserole dishes from oven, also use an oven mitten

To prevent falls:

• Use a step ladder or low stool when climbing; never use a chair, box, or counter top
• Repair all flooring defects immediately
• All work areas should have adequate amounts of light.Keep floors clean of all spills
• Keep floors dry or make caution warnings visible for wet areas at all times

To protect against cuts:

• Keep sharp knives and other sharp utensils in a knife holder or appropriate place
• Cut away from the body; never cut towards the body
• Throw away broken glass and other broken objects immediately
• Wash all sharp tools separately from other utensils
• Never place sharp objects in the bottom of sink while washing other dishes

To avoid fire hazards:

• Keep fire extinguishers in convenient locations and serviced; instruct personnel on their location and use before a fire
• Do not use excessive water around electrical outlets
• Keep cigarettes away from clothing and other fire hazard materials

To avoid other accidents or hazards:

• Ensure that all poisons are clearly marked and stored away from food
• Keep heavy cans and other heavy objects on wheels for transporting from place to place
• Throw out broken or defective utensils
• Make sure tables and chairs are durable and sturdy

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