Matching Pairs General rules for the KitchenOnline version General principles to keep everyone safe in the kitchen. by Chelsea Ralph 1 Wear close-fitting sleeves, not loose one that might 2 When using a knife, cut away from yourself and 3 Have good lighting in the kitchen 4 Follow directions for cleaning agents 5 Keep poisons away 6 Keep curtains away from stoves, 7 Use equipment properly, 8 Keep pets 9 Keep sharp knives 10 When passing knives and similar items, 11 Carry knives with the 12 Have all food packages especially gas stoves. for its intended use. out of reach out of the kitchen. used in the kitchen. point downwards, facing back, at your side. so that you can see what you are doing. on a cutting board. from children. give the handle to the other person, not the point or blade. flap over gas flames. labelled clearly.