Which clothing choice increases the risk of fire when cooking?

• A. Loose clothing
• B. A fitted shirt
• C. An apron
• D. Closed-toe shoes

Answer: (A)

Wearing loose clothing around heat and flames is risky because fabric can easily catch fire or dangle into burners, pot flames, or hot splashes. Sleeves that are too long or freely hanging fabric can brush against a flame, snag on a pot handle, or ignite if they get too close to a heat source. A fitted shirt minimizes that danger by staying close to the body, reducing contact with flames. An apron adds a protective layer for your clothes, but it should be tied securely and kept clear of open flames to avoid any strings or loose sections catching fire. Closed-toe shoes protect your feet from hot spills and falling objects, which helps safety overall but doesn’t increase fire risk. So loose clothing is the option that raises the fire risk the most.