Electrical safety
Keep metal utensils off induction hobs
Keep the hob for suitable cookware and put utensils on a separate surface. Switch off after cooking and do not use the hob as storage.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-20
Why it matters
Induction heating can make metal utensils on the hob dangerously hot without a visible flame.
Wrong action
Leaving a spoon or knife on an active induction hob.
Correct action
Keep the hob for suitable cookware and put utensils on a separate surface.
What to do
- Remove metal utensils and small metal objects before switching on.
- Keep the hob for suitable cookware and put utensils on a separate surface.
- Switch off after cooking and do not use the hob as storage.
If something happens
For serious injury, unconsciousness or difficulty breathing, keep yourself safe, call 999 and follow the operator.
Sources and review
- Electrical and Mechanical Services Department — EMSD: induction cooker safety
Last reviewed: 2026-09-20
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