DEVELOPMENT Why is health and safety so important in a kitchen Kitchen safety awareness is important in cooking, as well as during clean-up and daily living. Understanding the hazards present in the kitchen can help you avoid causing an accident whereby the family is protected. Importance of occupational health and safety procedures. 1. Eliminates possible danger in the workplace. 2. Reduce workplace stress 3. Uses of tools appropriately 4. Updates the supervisor about unsafe conditions 5. Use mechanical assistance w/tite​