CREST Restaurant Insurance Tips: Burn Safety
- Transfer oil only when cool and in a closed container.
- Self-enclosed fryer oil disposal units can significantly reduce burn injuries from transporting oil.
- Lower the basket slowly into the fryer when frying items to reduce splash back of hot oil.
- Do not overfill the fryer with oil past the fill line.
- Do not lean over the fryer.
- Place non-slip mats on the floor or install slip-resistant flooring.
- Wear proper footwear. Lately, slip-resistant shoes come in all styles.
- Ensure lids are secured on pressure cookers.
- Use caution when opening lids, containers and oven doors.
- Use appropriate panhandle covers or protective gloves when handling hot objects.
- Use extreme caution when transferring hot pots – ensure that lids are securely in place and that pots are on a solid and steady surface.
- Use tongs or other tools to work with hot items.
