What should you do if the cutting board moves while you are cutting?

What should you do if the cutting board moves while you are cutting?

• A. Make sure the cutting board is steady
• B. Push the knife harder
• C. Move the board to a higher shelf
• D. Stop and throw away the board

Answer: (A)

When you’re cutting, the board must be steady. A moving board can cause the knife to slip and lead to a serious cut, so stabilizing the surface is the safety priority. To keep it in place, place the board on a dry, flat counter and use a non-slip surface underneath—like a damp towel, a silicone mat, or a specialized non-slip mat. You can also press the board down with your non-cutting hand or use a board with grip ridges to prevent movement. Keep your guiding hand’s fingers curled back from the blade to stay safe, and cut with controlled, steady motions rather than forcing the knife. The other options don’t fix the risk: pushing harder can make the knife slip, moving the board to a higher shelf doesn’t address stability, and discarding the board is unnecessary.

When you’re cutting, the board must be steady. A moving board can cause the knife to slip and lead to a serious cut, so stabilizing the surface is the safety priority. To keep it in place, place the board on a dry, flat counter and use a non-slip surface underneath—like a damp towel, a silicone mat, or a specialized non-slip mat. You can also press the board down with your non-cutting hand or use a board with grip ridges to prevent movement. Keep your guiding hand’s fingers curled back from the blade to stay safe, and cut with controlled, steady motions rather than forcing the knife. The other options don’t fix the risk: pushing harder can make the knife slip, moving the board to a higher shelf doesn’t address stability, and discarding the board is unnecessary.