Merchants Walk Apartments

Gobble, gobble, gobble 🦃 Do you hear that?

It’s Thanksgiving week, and it’s never too early to be thinking about cooking safely! As our residents and team members prep for the big day, here are some tips to have a safe cooking experience this year.

🥕Before You Cook: Report kitchen issues to the office or submit a work order. Clean the oven base to avoid burning or smoke. Don’t wrap drip pans in foil, as this can trap grease. Test smoke alarms and know where the fire extinguisher is located. Deep-frying turkeys is not allowed.

🌽 While Cooking: Keep counters clear of flammable items. Never leave cooking food unattended. Avoid cooking if tired or intoxicated. Watch out for hot steam and liquids. Keep cords tucked away/out of walkways.

🦃 After Cooking: Only small scraps go in the disposal (no bones, peels, or other large or hard objects). Let grease cool, then toss it in the trash, not down a drain.

🥧 In Case of a Fire: Stovetop: Cover with a lid and turn off burner. Oven: Turn off the heat and keep the door closed. When in Doubt, Get Out: Evacuate, close doors behind you,
and call 9-1-1 from a safe place.

We hope everyone has a safe, and Happy Thanksgiving.

(Image description: Photo of a Thanksgiving meal including turkey, vegetables, and a stew sitting on a wooden table with text saying, “Thanksgiving Cooking Safety”.)