Taking In & Out of Oven

Traditional Steps

1. Open oven with two hands
2. Adjust racks as necessary using both hands
3. Grasp tray with two hands
4. Hold firmly
5. Place in oven
6. Cook
7. Open oven with two hands
8. Remove tray using both hands

Factors to Consider

• How does the weight of the tray effect the ability to hold a tray?
• Are there ways to balance the tray?

Current Products

• Most of the kitchen products used for cooking encourage the user with use of only one arm to avoid ovens. Rather, it is recommended that these people use pressure cookers, stoves, microwaves, toasters, and toasters ovens.

Issues Identified

• Products and aid are limited to users who want to continue using a regular oven.