The Newsletter Orland Fire Protection District
Fall 2023
THANKSGIVING SAFETY The kitchen is the heart of the home, especially at Thanksgiving! Kids loves to be involved in holiday preparations. Safety in the kitchen is important —especially on Thanksgiving when there is a lot of activity and people gathered.
Here are some important tips:
Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stovetop so you can keep an eye on the food Stay in the home when you are cooking your turkey and check it regularly Keep children 3 ft. away from a hot stove. The steam or splash from vegetables, gravy or coffee can cause serious burns Keep the floor clear so you don’t trip over toys, kids, purses or bags Keep knives out of the reach of children Be sure electric cords from knives, crock pots, coffee makers, mixers are not dangling off the counter in reach of a child or pet Keep matches and lighters out of the way and not within reach of children Never leave a lit candle in an unoccupied room or in a room where children are present Make sure your smoke detectors are working and test them by pushing test buttons
Have activities such as games, puzzles and books that keep kids out of the kitchen during this busy time. Kids can get involved with Thanksgiving preparation with recipes that can be done outside the kitchen.
See Page 7 for Safety Tips for cooking a turkey in a deep fryer!
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