Use a sharp knife rather then a dull knife
if glass breaks sweep it up into a pan then wipe up with damp paper towel to get any small pieces. Then place broken glass into a different bag then put it into garbage.
If a knife falls jump back and let it fall DO NOT TRY TO CATCH IT!!
Don't use a knife to try to open cans, use a can opener
Wash and store knives and other sharp objects separately from other utensils
Use an acrylic knife and cut away from your body
Keep handles of pots/pans inward on the stove
Use thick dry potholders when handling hot pans
When opening lids use the lid as a shield and point it away from you body to avoid the steam.
Pull the oven rack out fully then use oven mits to grab the food
Remember that the burners will remain hot for a long time
Before operating a microwave read the manufactures recommendations
Clean up spills right after they happen
Have a rug or carpet in the kitchen to prevent slipping
Use a ladder or stool when reaching for high things
Keep cupboard doors and drawers closed when they are not in use
Use a ladder or stool when reaching for high things
Don't pick up too many items at once, only carry what you can hold
Store oils away from the stove
Wear short or close fitting clothes when cooking
Tie back long hair when cooking
Keep items that burn easily away form the stove (paper towels, towels, etc)
Clean up grease build ups from the stove, oven and exhaust pan on a regularly
Try to avoid leaving the kitchen when cooking
Have a working smoke detector near or in the kitchen
When there is a grease fire use a lid to smother the fire or baking soda
Always have a fire extinguisher near by or baking soda in case of a fire
If your clothes catch on fire STOP DROP AND ROLL
Unplug any electrical appliances if not in use
Pull the plug not the chord when unplugging
Keep chords away from heat sources
Don't unplug with wet hands make sure they are fully dry
Keep electrical appliances away from water
Have separate places in you refrigerator for when you have meats and veggies
Have a separate area in your shopping carts for meats and veggies (have veggies on the top and meats on the bottom)
Store meats, fish, shellfish and poultry in the bottom parts of you you refrigerator
Separate cleaning items and food in bags
Check your bags for spillages after every use
Replace plastic bags often
Label bags so you don't mix meats and veggies in bags
Use different cutting boards when cutting up veggies and meats
Wash utensils, plates and cutting boards right after uses of raw meat
Wash hands after touch raw meat
Cover raw food and keep it separate from ready to eat food