Types of Hazards in the Workplace

To address the hazards, the following should be considered:

• use countertops and cutting surfaces that can be adjusted to the right height for different workers.

• install sinks that are the height of most workers' hips

• make sure that all in equipment, utensils, pots and pans needed in the kitchen are within the shortest workers

• store heavy and frequently used items on racks that are no lower than hip height and no higher than chest height

•  limit very low and overhead storage to items not often used

To reduce this type of hazards, workers should:

• spread repetitive tasks over the day and between workers

• Change hands to spread out repetitive movements. See if you can use your right hand half of the time

• Take frequent rest breaks from the repetitive activity

To reduce this hazard and strain on the body in these areas, the following should be considered.

• buy and install thick rubber mat to make standing more comfortable

• buy stools or low small benches to allow workers to change their position and rest one leg and foot.

• workers should take breaks from standing still by walking around to increase blood flow.

To reduce this type of hazards, workers should:

• use carts to move food production in and trash out

• use equipment to assist with pours

• store heavy loads between hips and chest

• store much lighter loads between chest and shoulders

• Make sure the walking path of objects and debris when handling heavy materials

To reduce this type of hazards, workers should:

• use large, rubber coated handles or knives, spoons, ladles and forks to increase fiction.

• grip objects, tools, equipment and knives with the whole hand, not just a few fingers

• use carts or hand trucks; buy lighter tools; buy tools that allow workers to keep their wrist straight

To following should be done to prevent or minimize the hazard:

• Install handrails on both sides of stairways

• buy and install rubber mats

• install bright lights on stairways and walkways

• mop slippery, wet floors and spills right away

• keep floors and stairs clean and dry

How to prevent kitchen fires:

You can do a lot to prevent kitchen fires. Although you can't remove every possible source of a kitchen fire, you can minimize fire risks by removing hazards and maintaining your kitchen.

• Keep appliances serviced, clean and in good repair

• Uplug electric appliances when not in used

• Install a smoke detector near, but not in the kitchen\

• Don't use metal in the microwave

• Don't overfill pots or pans with oil or grease

• Always roll up long sleeves and tie back long hair when cooking

• Never leave cooking food unattended

• Keep dish towels, pot holders, and paper towels away from the stove