Consumer Product Update: Have you inspected your metal bristle barbecue brush lately?

Millions of Canadians enjoy using their barbecues, especially during the warm summer months. Through repeated use, the metal bristle brushes that many people use to clean their barbecue grills can lose their bristles. If accidentally ingested, these metal bristles can cause serious health problems.

To minimize the risk of issues with your metal bristle barbecue brush, you should: regularly inspect your brush for signs of damage; inspect grills and barbecued food for loose metal bristles; regularly replace your brush to help avoid problems associated with wear; and stop using your brush if bristles come loose or stick to the grill.