NUTRITION
KITCHEN SAFETY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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you are 18 or older AND properly trained
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you feel like you can handle it
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) prohibits workers under the age of 18, in non-agricultural occupations, from operating powered equipment considered hazardous, including food slicers and meat grinders.
Detailed explanation-2: -A meat slicer, also called a slicing machine, deli slicer or simply a slicer, is a tool used in butcher shops and delicatessens to slice meats, sausages, cheeses and other deli products. As compared to a simple knife, using a meat slicer requires less effort, as well as keeps the texture of food more intact.
Detailed explanation-3: -It is important that the operators of the commercial meat slicer are trained to use the slicer in an appropriate, safe and effective manner.
Detailed explanation-4: -This tool has a sharp blade that rotates at high speeds, and it can cause serious injury. First, make sure that meat slicer operators are at least 18 years of age. Most important, make sure everyone using the meat slicer understands how to properly operate it.