Be aware of food safety, e-coli and salmonella. As the summer draws to a close county fairs and exhibitions are opening up as they do every year. As consumers you should be cautious when out having fun. Ensure you apply safe practices for when visiting petting zoos and eating at carnivals and fairs.

County fairs, carnivals and exhibitions are great fun but often there is little to verify that vendors are complying with food and safety guidelines. Many vendors employ temporary young people to manage their shops and serve food. These young people are inexperienced and dealing with high volume crowds.

I reported on a number of e-coli outbreaks in the United States last year.

If you or a loved one has become ill by the consumption of an unsafe product call the law office of Rehan Khalil, a Mississauga lawyer.