HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

FOOD SAFETY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When uncovering a pan, to avoid burns from escaping steam, you should
A
lift the cover straight up
B
lift the near edge of the cover first
C
lift the far edge of the cover first
D
tip the pan to one side, then remove the lid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ways to prevent burns and fires. Always lift the lids of saucepans away from you so the steam will not burn you. Do not reach across hot burners or lit gas burners. Keep a fire extinguisher in or near the kitchen and know how to use it! If you have a grease fire, immediately put the lid on the pan.

Detailed explanation-2: -Use Protective Clothing and Equipment Use potholders, gloves, or mitts when checking food on the stove, placing food in boiling water, or reaching into ovens and broilers. Never use wet material (like a damp towel) as a potholder.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cover the flames with a metal lid or cookie sheet. Leave the cover on until it has cooled. Turn off the heat source. If it’s small and manageable, pour baking soda or salt on it to smother the flames. As a last resort, spray the fire with a Class B dry chemical fire extinguisher. 25-Dec-2019

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