Food safety officials urge eateries to improve hygiene
safefoodmitra.com · 2025-01-17 09:37:47
Dr. Kaur emphasized the importance of basic hygiene practices such as proper handwashing, wearing protective clothing, cleaning equipment and workspaces, waste management, and providing regular training to food handlers. These measures are essential for maintaining the quality and safety of food prepared in these establishments.
The team’s efforts aimed to raise awareness among food operators about the importance of hygiene and cleanliness in preventing foodborne diseases. Most operators expressed commitment to complying with the guidelines moving forward. However, Dr. Kaur also warned that strict action would be taken against establishments failing to meet the required standards, with noncompliance potentially leading to penalties under the Food Safety Act