1. A knife is on the floor near the child.
2. A pot is left unattended on the stove with steam rising.
3. The child is reaching for a pot handle on the stove.
4. A bottle of cleaning fluid is on the counter within reach of the child.
5. A broken glass is on the floor near the child’s feet.
6. The child is standing on a chair to reach the counter.
7. A hot pan is placed on the edge of the counter, accessible to the child.
8. The oven door is open with a tray inside.
9. A towel is hanging from the oven handle, which could be pulled down.
10. The child is holding a spoon while standing near the stove.
11. A bowl of food is on the counter next to an open cabinet.
12. The child is near an open drawer with utensils visible.
13. A cord from an appliance is dangling near the child.
14. A trash can is overflowing with items near the child.
15. A microwave is open with food inside and the child is nearby.
16. The child is playing with a toy near the stove area.
17. A container of spices is on the counter near the edge.
18. The child is standing too close to the stove while cooking is happening.
19. A bottle of oil is on the counter without a lid.
20. The child is not supervised while in the kitchen.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of safety in the kitchen worksheet.