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Workers in the kitchen and food preparation areas must be aware of a wide variety of physical and health hazards, including cuts and amputations from knives and slicers; burns and scalds; electrical shock or fires from bad wiring and damaged electrical plugs, cords, or outlets; hazardous contact with cleaning & sanitizing chemicals; falls due to slippery floors; and sprains & strains due to repetitive work, lifting, or awkward postures.

If you also routinely or occasionally perform front-of-the-house tasks when cross-working help is needed, make sure you view that section as well.

How can I get help from L&I?

• To request a confidential workplace safety or health consultation, call or visit http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Basics/Assistance/Consultation/about.asp for no charge technical assistance.
• For help with controlling your claims costs, call or visit http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Basics/Assistance/Consultation/riskmanagement.asp for a no charge risk management consultation.
• Find information about filing a workplace safety & health complaint you may call or visit a local L&I office to file a complaint.
• Follow guidance in Steps To a Safe Workplace to create your safety program from scratch.
• For general information, call 1-800-423-7233.