Understand how to sharpen cutting tools

1Describe the importance of maintaining sharp edges on cutting tools?

To maintain the edge on the cutting tools

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2Describe the problems caused by using blunt-edged cutting tools

It is dangerous and can make the work harder and require more effort

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Describe what causes blunting and damage to cutting edges

Incorect Sharpening

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Describe the materials used in the sharpening of cutting tools

Belt

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Describe the methods for checking that the required sharpness of cutting edges has been achieved

Meat off Cuts

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Describe how to identify blunt cutting edges on cutting tools

More effort required

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Outline how to identify when cutting edges need corrective maintenance

When damaged

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Why is it important to clean blades and cutting edges to make sure products are not contaminated

For food safety

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2Describe the problems caused by using blunt-edged cutting tools

It is dangerous and can make the work harder and require more effort

Describe what causes blunting and damage to cutting edges

Describe the materials used in the sharpening of cutting tools

Describe the methods for checking that the required sharpness of cutting edges has been achieved

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