Stepping into Management Knowledge

H&S – Use of Hand Held Blow Torch

1.21

What you must do:

• Ensure serving team members are trained or supervised closely according to the Training Policy.

• Use only clean and sanitised utensils, cutlery and crockery. • Keep outside doors closed when not in use.

• Do not plate food until required.

What you must do: • Ensure serving team members are trained or supervised closely according to the Training Policy. • Use only clean and sanitised utensils, cutlery and crockery. • Keep outside doors closed when not in use. • Do not plate food until required.

What you must check:

• Check serving team members are wearing correct uniform and following the Personal Hygiene Policy.

• Check the external self-closing doors are working correctly.

What if something goes wrong?

Re-train as required.

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ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: Why is it important to store the blow torch in a ventilated room out of the kitchen? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER: • The gas cartridges need to be kept below 40 degrees

They must be kept out of sunlight

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ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: What pieces of equipment must you not store or use the blow torch near to? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER: • Never use or store gas cartridges near deep fat fryers, electric hobs or other sources of heat or flame ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: What must you check for before using the blow torch?

Safety Assurance March 2016

H&S 1.21