FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES TO PREVENT INJURIES WHILE USING KNIVES:

1) Keep knives sharp; dull knives slip more easily than sharp ones.

2) Choose the proper knife for the job:

• Paring knife: for paring fruits and vegetables.
• French knife: used to chop vegetables.
• Cleaver: to crack bones.
• Boning knife: to slice meat.
• Slicer: use for slicing prepared meats and bread.

3. Using a cutting board:

• Place a galley towel under the board to prevent it from slipping
• Place the product, to be cut, on cutting board

3. Always cut away from your body; do not hack, use smooth strokes!
4. Use cut resistant glove on hand, which holds the item to be cut.
5. Let falling knives fall! NEVER attempt to catch them!
6. Store knives in their proper place immediately after use and cleaning. Do not store in rack that leaves the blade exposed.
7. NEVER keep knives stored in drawers with other utensils such as measuring spoons, always store knives with knives only!
8. DO NOT place a knife in a sink of water, making it invisible.