Microwave Safety Tips: Avoiding Common Hazards
Microwaves are the quickest, most convenient method of preheating leftovers, making them a staple kitchen appliance. As an essential in daily use, it is likely for mishaps to occur, but here are some tips to avoid these common hazards to keep your home safe. If, however, your microwave gives electric shocks when touched or gets overheated over short periods of use, it may be best to sell old microwave . Listed are some tips to remain safe while heating up your food: Keep the Door Closed It is imperative to keep the microwave door closed while in use and never operate your microwave if the door is damaged or doesn't close securely. Ensure not to stand too close to the microwave, since microwaves produce non-ionizing radiation, and exposure to high levels of this can cause skin burns or cataracts. If the appliance is old/broken and does not close properly or has a cracked window/door, consider selling this microwave oven since it is unsafe for use. Use Microwave-Safe U...