What is the safest way to carry and pass a sharp knife?

• A. Hold by the blade, blade pointed down, and pass with the blade protected or place it on a surface for transfer.
• B. Hold by the handle, blade up, and pass with the blade exposed.
• C. Carry by the blade.
• D. Toss it to the other person.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to control a sharp knife so no one gets cut. The safest approach is to grip the knife by the handle, keep the blade pointed down and away from yourself and others, and pass the knife with the edge protected or place it on a surface for the other person to pick up. This keeps the sharp edge away from hands and bodies and makes the transfer predictable and safe.

Holding the knife by the blade is risky because your fingers would be right where a slip or snag could cause a serious cut. Passing with the edge exposed invites contact with the blade, and tossing or tossing it to someone can lead to surprise movements and injuries. By keeping the grip on the handle, guiding the blade downward, and using a guarded transfer or a safe surface, you reduce the chances of an accidental cut and make the handoff clear and controlled.