We want you to enjoy many years of precision cutting with CCI Superior Culinary Master® knives. Always remember to exercise these safety measures while handling and using knives.

• You should always cut away from your body and not towards it.
• If you happen to drop the knife, step back, let it fall to the ground; do not try to catch it. Verbally warn others if you think the knife might hit someone.
• Never fling or throw a knife.
• When transporting a knife, wrap the knife securely inside a secure box or package. DO NOT transport a knife inside a bag, purse or plastic bag as these knives are sharp and will cut through.
• Never run with your knife; always carry it with the tip of the blade facing down.
• Knives should always be kept a safe distance away from children.
• You should maintain the sharpness of your knives. Sharp knives are safer to use than dull ones. This is because they require less pressure to cut.
• Knives should only be used for their intended purpose. DO NOT use knives as can openers, screw drivers, box cutters, staple removers, or to chop/cut frozen foods, etc. This can void your warranty and damage your knife. It could also result in personal injury.
• Do not test the sharpness of the knife by running your finger along the edge of the blade.
• You should only use your knives on a steady, strong, and dry surface such as a cutting board that stays in place.
• Store knives safely. We recommend our Knife Blade Guards for better blade protection and safety.
• It is best to hand wash knives with the sharp edge of the blade pointed away from your body.
• Hand wash knives immediately after use. Less pressure and effort are required to clean the blade before food particles have had a chance to harden on it.

Safety Note:

The thin plastic sleeve on the knife blade for shipping is not a knife guard. The shipping sleeve is meant to protect the knife - NOT YOU!

Thank you for being a valued customer.

Canada Cutlery Inc.

Product Safety Tips most recent update: November 2020 (first posted: October 2017)

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