Food safety experts warns of common BBQ mistakes that could be making you unwell

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A food safety expert has issued a food poisoning warning as Brits tend to make a common mistake when cooking on a barbecue over the summer.Summer brings about hot weather, hot temperatures, and even hotter food - with burgers, hot dogs, sausages and chicken wings all being slapped on the BBQ during the season.Having a BBQ is a common theme when the sun rears its head, as Brits lap up all the rays they can before the torrid weather starts once again.However, there are some typical mistakes families will make when grilling up this summer - which can increase the risk of food poisoning, and even cause fires.Mert Yashar, Director at House of Worktops, has said that it’s easy for many of us to forget essential kitchen safety tips while celebrating the warm weather.According to the Food Standards Agency (FSA), there are 2.4 million cases of foodborne illness a year, and the risk rises in summer as the warm weather boosts bacterial growth.

Read on below to find out more about the mistakes we should avoid while grilling up this summer.Mert says: "As we’ve already enjoyed some high temperatures over the last month, it’s likely many of our friends and family have already hosted or discussed hosting a BBQ. "And while it’s practically a British summer staple to fire up the grill as soon as possible, the fact is that many hosts will start to let their food safety standards slip once the good weather kicks in. "The most easily-avoidable mistake that many make is laying out their raw meat in an easy-to-grab fashion on a chopping board or plate, which they then carry to the grill. "They then place the cooked products back onto the same surface to be transported back inside, or to an outdoor table where condiments, garnishes, and guests