Apr 30, 2021 This is the season for grilling out. Whether you prepare a whole meal on the grill or just part, make sure your cookout is safe by following these tips: C = Clean your grill by using a wire brush and wiping down with a cloth to make sure you don’t leave any bristles behind. Avoid leaving the charred buildup on your grill which may transfer to your food. O = Observe food safety by washing your hands before and after handling raw foods. O = Off with excess fat on meat to prevent flare-ups, which contain chemicals linked to various types of cancer. If grilling meat, poultry, or fish use marinates to reduce the formation of potential carcinogens and grill on lower heat. You can also put your meat on foil with holes to help prevent some flare-ups.