Singapore: According to the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), food manufacturers have ordered the food manufacturing sector to shut down from Wednesday (June 15) after a “serious” pest epidemic is observed during inspections. Was done.
Ever Dragon Foodstuff’s suspension of food manufacturing units will continue until further notice.
According to the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) Business Filing Portal, the company is listed as a manufacturer of non-dairy creamers.
During an inspection on Wednesday’s 3020 UbiAvenue 2 manufacturer’s premises, the SFA reported a “serious pest epidemic” of live and dead cockroaches, rodent activity, and degraded rodents. Said that he observed.
These revocations were seen in the unit’s processing area and mezzanine levels. Some revocations associated with inadequate maintenance of the facility were also observed, officials said.
“For the benefit of public health, the SFA has instructed the licensee to take the necessary steps to correct the revocation and improve the cleanliness of the facility.”
As a precautionary measure, the licensee was instructed to recall the “Youtiao” products distributed to various food stalls.
“Food safety is a joint responsibility, as food can be contaminated anywhere in the food chain,” says SFA.
Authorities remain vigilant and strive to ensure that regulatory measures are implemented and “properly enforced,” but reminded industry and consumers of their role.
The SFA cautioned all food operators to ensure that the facility is clean and well maintained and that staff are properly trained in proper food safety management.
Compulsory measures will be taken against food business operators that do not comply with regulations or food hygiene and food safety requirements.
Violators may be fined up to S $ 5,000, imprisoned for up to 12 months, or both.
The general public who encounters inadequate food hygiene practices in food facilities is advised not to patronize them. You can also provide feedback via the SFA website.
