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Expert knife work is often the culprit behind a delectable dish or a perfectly butchered cut of meat. But if not handled correctly, knives are also the culprit of many workplace injuries. While power and sawing tools come with safety guards and kill switches, hand-held knives don’t offer the same luxury. Which means the safety of your employees comes down to knife-safety education and handling.

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Always cut away from yourself. Always cut on a stable surface. Never try to catch a falling knife. Wear cutresistant gloves where possible.

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DID YOU KNOW?

The highest percentage of injuries in meat-processing industries come from cuts to hands and fingers – from cutting equipment, including knives.

Source: Workplace Health & Safety Queensland and WorkSafe Victoria