Guidelines For Use Of Cooking Tools And Equipment Basic 5 Home Economics Lesson Note

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to: 

1. distinguish between cooking tools and equipment 
2. itemize the use of each cooking tools and equipment 

iii. state the guidelines for use of cooking tools and equipment

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

Pupils can identify simple cooking tools and equipment from the previous lesson.

LESSON CONTENT

A. DISTINCTION BETWEEN COOKING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

B. USES OF COOKING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

1. Cutting Tools Uses:

• Knife – cutting vegetables, fruits, meat, and bread
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• Chopping board – providing safe surface for cutting
• Grater – grating cheese, carrots, and coconut

• Peeler – removing skin from potatoes, carrots, and fruits

2. Cooking Equipment Uses:

• Cooking pot – boiling rice, cooking soup, making stew

• Frying pan – frying eggs, meat, and plantain

• Kettle – boiling water for tea and cooking

• Refrigerator – preserving food and making ice

3. Measuring Tools Uses:

• Measuring cup – measuring milk, water, and oil

• Measuring spoons – measuring salt, sugar, and spices
• Kitchen scale – weighing flour, meat, and vegetables

C. GUIDELINES FOR USE OF COOKING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

1. Safety Guidelines

• Always wash hands before using any cooking tools
• Handle knives carefully – cut away from your body
• Keep pot handles turned inward on the stove
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use dry hands when handling electrical equipment
• Keep cooking area clean and organized

2. Proper Handling Guidelines

• Use the right tool for the right job
• Hold knives properly with firm grip
• Use cutting board when cutting anything
• Turn off electrical equipment after use
• Allow hot equipment to cool before cleaning
• Store sharp tools safely away from children

3. Maintenance Guidelines

• Clean tools immediately after use
• Dry all tools completely before storing
• Store tools in proper places
• Check electrical cords for damage regularly
• Sharpen knives when they become dull
• Replace broken or damaged tools

4. Hygiene Guidelines

• Wash all tools with soap and clean water
• Use separate cutting boards for meat and vegetables
• Store clean tools in clean places
• Cover food containers properly
• Clean refrigerator regularly
• Wash dish towels frequently

PRACTICAL ACTIVITY

Demonstrate proper way to:

• Hold and use a knife safely
• Clean cooking tools
• Store tools properly

TEACHING AIDS

Cooking tools and equipment, cleaning materials, storage containers

EVALUATION QUESTIONS

1. State 2 differences between cooking tools and equipment
2. What is the use of a grater?
3. List 4 safety guidelines for using cooking tools
4. Why should we clean cooking tools after use?