Using Microwave Oven Safely

This lesson discusses aspects of the proper use of microwave ovens.

By the end of the lesson, you will be able to:

• Properly use a microwave oven for cooking and reheating.
• Recognize materials that are safe to use in microwave ovens.
• Perform a quick test to check for wave leakage from your microwave oven.
• Maintain your microwave oven so that it does not allow for excessive wave leakage.