Hazard: Heat

Details
The primary cooking and baking areas frequently have hot surfaces and hot air,
resulting in a relatively high room temperature. Heat stress is more likely if you stay in a
hot setting for lengthy periods of time.
Threat
 Heat stress
 Heat cramps
 Fainting
 Heat exhaustion
 Heat stroke
 Stress on your feet, legs, and lower back
 Possible loss of consciousness

Hazard: Poor Air Quality

Details
In kitchens, there can be a large buildup of heat, as well as cooking odors and smoke,
all of which can impair air quality.
Threat
 Breathing problems
 Asthma

Hazard: Lifting
Details
Lifting heavy goods for large-scale baking, such as fruit, dough bowls, or flour bags,
might result in harm.
Threat
 Muscle and joint injury to your arms, legs,and back
 Heat stress
Hazard: Hot Dishes and Food
Details
When hot appliances (e.g., baking ovens, deep fryers) are utilized for cooking and
baking, direct contact, steam, and splash burns can occur. Steam can be trapped under
the lid or plastic on a microwave-safe dish or the steamer's cover.
Threat
 Minor or major burns and scalds on your hands/ arms
 Burns to any part of your body

Hazard: Fire
Details
Cooking and baking with various ingredients (e.g., oil) may lead to kitchen fires.
Threat
 Burns