Cooking can be a lot of fun. But the kitchen is also where domestic disasters happen every day. From boiling liquids to sharp knives, from hot pans to open flames: the kitchen is full of things that can become dangerous very easily. So, safety must be your main priority. In this guide we describe the basic rules for safety in the kitchen. Keep these kitchen safety tips in mind to avoid accidents and injuries in your kitchen. Avoid health risks Store raw poultry and other meat carefully and separate from other items to avoid cross-contamination of harmful bacteria. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after cooking. Take extra care to ensure your hands are clean before and after handling raw foods. Your hands can be an excellent transmitter of germs. Use appropriate hand cleaner and hand sanitizer. Do not let temperature-sensitive foods such as dairy products and raw fish or meat remain in the open kitchen for a long time. They get ruined and spread germs around. Avoid the risk of fire. Do not leave flammable objects such as tea towels, oven mitts or kitchen gloves near the stove as they may become entangled....