In addition to chemicals, food can also be contaminated by foreign objects. We call these physical contaminants. Foreign bodies can make their way into food during delivery, preparation or storage. Physical contamination can cause choking, as well as scrapes and cuts inside the mouth and throat. Examples of physical contaminants may include:

• Hair

• Glass

• Metal shavings from a can

• Nails

• Bandages

• Staples

• Rocks

You may not always see foreign objects in food or packaging, so it is important to ensure preventative measures are taken.