What should you do to ensure safe cooking practices?

To ensure safe cooking practices, keeping cooking surfaces clutter-free is essential. A tidy cooking area minimizes the risk of accidents such as spills, burns, or fires. When surfaces are free of unnecessary items, it enhances your focus and allows for safe food preparation, making it easier to access tools and ingredients without distractions. Clutter can lead to mishaps, such as knocking over items or not having space to work safely with hot pots or sharp utensils. Therefore, maintaining an organized cooking environment is a foundational aspect of kitchen safety.