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