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Choose Appropriate Cooking Tools

To keep hot or sharp items from slipping or spilling, use the right cooking utensils. Be sure to: Keep utensils clean to prevent food contamination, but when hand drying or putting sharp utensils away, be especially cautious about where you place your hands. Use tongs to handle large, firm foods. When handling hot items, grasp them firmly and be mindful of splashing oil or water.