5 Tips for Safe Handling of Knives & Blades in Production
Besides using safe knives and blades, there are other critical things that may not be obvious at first glance but need to be known and applied in all industries, but especially in the food industry.
First of all, it is important to mention the collection and recycling of used knife blades and knives. It is mandatory to install special secure containers for the collection of used knife blades ( ex. Martor container for used blades 9810.08 ) in a visible location, e.g., securely attached to a wall ( ex. wall mount for Martor container for used knife blades 9810). Such special containers have a thin hole at the top, into which the used knife blade is inserted, and even if the container is accidentally tipped over, the knife blades will not fly in different directions. When the container is full, it is closed, and the used blades are safely sent for recycling.
Secondly, it is appropriate to keep a record of the number of knife blades issued to an employee at the beginning and end of the day or shift, which will help identify cases where knives and knife blades are "lost" on the premises.
There is also an important concept, such as the sensitivity of a metal detector or X-ray machine. The detection of knives, blades, parts, and small pieces always depends on the quality of the former and the settings of your metal detectors. To calibrate them as accurately as possible, we recommend testing everything beforehand. Before distributing safety knives to employees in the workplace, it is advisable to run test variants through the detectors to check and adjust the sensitivity of the X-ray machine and then repeat this regularly.
Personalization of hand knives by putting a label with the person's name on the knife, using different colors for different hygiene areas, and using “yoyo” or knife cases with a belt will help staff to have control over their cutting tools during the shift.
In addition, regular lectures on safety rules when using sharp tools will help create a safe working environment for staff and prevent workplace accidents.
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