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CHOCOLATE & OLIVE OIL SAFETY LINES
FIG CAKE Slips, Trips and Falls
Ingredients: Servings: 6 It may come as a surprise that the second leading cause of unintentional
Cake injury-related death is falls. In 2020, 42,114 people died in falls at home
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil and at work, according to Injury Facts®. For working adults, depending on
• 1/2 cup all-purpose fl our the industry, falls can be the leading cause of death. Slipping, tripping, and
• 1/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder falling are common accidents in all work environments. Here a few ways of
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt prevention for these incidents:
• Focusing on the task of walking and being aware of your surroundings.
• 1/8 teaspoon baking soda Looking for stairways, curbs, speed bumps, changes in surfaces or eleva-
• 1/2 cup sugar tions can all prevent these incidents.
• 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk • Using ladders or stepladders properly and ensuring they are setup prop-
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract erly before use is critical to avoid falls from height. Ensuring the ladder is

• 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest labeled and follow the directions on the labeling.
• 6 fresh fi gs
Glaze Using caution when walking, take your time. Avoid rushing or hurrying,
give yourself enough time and understand that your safety and the safety of
• 4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
others is very important. Wear the appropriate footwear for your working
• 2 teaspoons honey environment. You may consider wearing alternate footwear to and from
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil your vehicle for the inclement weather normally in winter.
• Large pinch of kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground peper Falls are 100% Preventable

Whether working from a ladder, roof or scaffolding, it’s important to plan
Directions: ahead, assess the risk and use the right equipment. First, determine if work-
ing from a height is absolutely necessary or if there is another way to do the
Step 1 - Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Make the cakes: Brush task safely.
• Discuss the task with coworkers

a 6-cup muffin pan with olive oil and dust with flour. Whisk the
and determine what safety equip-
cocoa powder and 1/4 cup hot water in a small bowl; let cool
ment is needed
slightly. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda in another bowl. • Make sure you are properly trained

on how to use the equipment
Step 2 - Combine the sugar, egg and egg yolk, vanilla and lemon • Scan the work area for potential

zest in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat on hazards before starting the job
medium-high speed until pale and thick, about 1 minute. With • Make sure you have level ground to
the mixer running, drizzle in the olive oil. Add the cocoa mixture set up the equipment
and beat until combined. Reduce the mixer speed to low, add the • If working outside, check the weather forecast; never work in inclement
weather

flour mixture and beat until just incorporated.
• Use the correct tool for the job, and use it as intended
• Ensure stepladders have a locking device to hold the front and back open
Step 3 - Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffi n cups. • Always keep two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand on the

Bake 10 minutes, then top each cake with a fig half and continue ladder
baking until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a
few crumbs, 8 to 10 more minutes. Let cool in the pan on a rack, Fall Hazards at Home
20 minutes. Remove the cakes from the pan and let cool com- Are you a weekend warrior or do-it-yourselfer? If you take on home im-
pletely on the rack. provement or other weekend projects, it’s important to prepare yourself for
physical exertion, especially if you’ve been sedentary through the winter
Step 4 - Make the glaze: Put the chocolate, honey, olive oil, salt months, and take extra precautions to prevent falls. Risky projects, like in-

and pepper in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-sec- stalling siding, gutters or roofs, are best left to professionals. Saving money
ond intervals, stirring, until smooth. isn’t worth risking a debilitating or fatal fall. At home or at work, many of
the same rules apply. When taking on a project:

• Keep floors and surfaces clear of clutter
Step 5 - Top the cakes with the glaze, a drizzle of honey and more

• Keep file cabinets and desk drawers closed
pepper. Quarter the remaining 6 fig halves and arrange on top. • Keep electrical and phone cords out of traffi c areas

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