HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

KITCHEN SAFETY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Tie back long hair.
A
UNSAFE
B
SAFE
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -On the other hand, if you have long hair, it is recommended to tie your hair loosely to prevent knots and breakage. Leaving your long hair open while sleeping can increase frizziness and cause hair loss eventually. “Tying your hair tightly can damage your hair roots and cause traction alopecia [1].

Detailed explanation-2: -Long hair can fall onto the lab bench/come in contact with chemicals or biologicals. Long hair is also a hazard around rotating equipment and open flames such as Bunsen burners or alcohol. Dangling neckwear may come in contact with chemicals, biologicals, or open flames.

Detailed explanation-3: -Therefore, hair must be securely fastened with a bandanna, hair net, soft cap or the like. According to OSHA regulations, “securely fastened” means that hair is tied back into a bun or a knot without any loose locks.

Detailed explanation-4: -If hair is not tied back or covered, it is more likely to fall into food and staff are more likely to touch their hair. This can spread bacteria to food, especially if it is unwrapped.

Detailed explanation-5: -"Long hair must be tied back or covered while operating machine” a reminder for machine operators who have long hair, to confine their hair to decrease the potential for entanglement in machinery.

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