CHAPTER 3

SANITATION & SAFETY

• Cleaning- removing visible dirt/soil• Sanitizing- killing disease causing

bacteria

2 WAYS OF SANITIZING EQUIPMENT• by heat• by chemicals

 

MANUAL DISWASHING

• Scrape and pre-rinse- Soak to loosen food particles

• Wash• Rinse• Sanitize- place utensils in a rack and

immerse in hot water for 30 seconds.• Drain and air dry- do not towel dry, this

may recontaminate the utensils

The Role of the Uniform

• The Hat or Toque It contains the chef’s hair, preventing it

from falling into the food and catching fire. It also absorbs the sweat from the brows

• The jackets and the Pants The jacket protects the chest area from

burns, splashes and spills. Sleeves are long to cover the arms from possible burns and scalds. The same is also true with the pants.

• Apron and side Towels

The apron is worn to protect the jacket and pants from excessive staining. Side towels are used to protect your hands when working with hot tools and equipment.

• Shoes

A hard-leather shoes to protects the feet from falling knives and scalds. Kitchen clogs also prevents the feet from straining and slipping.

• Neckerchief

To avoid perspiration

Preventing Cuts

• Keep knives sharp• Use a cutting board• Cut away from yourself• Don’t try to catch the falling knives• Carry a knife properly• Don’t put breakable items in the pot sink

Preventing Burns

• Wear your uniform• Always assume a pot handle is hot• Use dry pads or towels to handle hot pans• Don’t fills pans so full that they likely spill• Open lids away from you to let steam to

escape• Dry food before putting them in frying fat• Warn people about hot pans

Preventing Fires

• Know where fire extinguishers are located• Keep a supply of salt or baking soda

handy to put out small fires• Don’t leave hot fat unattended on the

range

Preventing Falls

• clean up spills immediately• keep aisles and stairs clear and unobstructed• Don’t carry objects too big to see over• Walk, don’t run!!

Preventing Strains and Injuries from Lifting

• Lift with the leg muscles, not the back• Don’t run or twist the back while lifting, and

make sure your footing is secure• Don’t be a hero. Ask help when carrying heavy

object