Doolys served with food safety order for using unapproved wholesale unit
Last month, Doolys Fish and Chips in Tramore was ordered to cease the manufacture and wholesale of foods of animal origin and their subsequent placement onto the market.
The order was served due to Doolys' use of an unapproved establishment. The establishment being used by the food business operator was not approved by a competent authority for the operations taking place, specifically the manufacture and wholesale of foods of animal origin.
The order was issued on April 2 under European Union legislation.
Across the country, five Closure Orders were served on food businesses during the month of April.
Among the reasons for the Enforcement Orders in April are active rodent infestation in food storage and kitchen areas, rodent droppings beside shelving units used to store food and cobwebs and spider egg sacs in food preparation areas.
Commenting today, Greg Dempsey, Chief Executive, FSAI, reminded food businesses of the importance of always maintaining robust food safety standards.
“Every food business must have effective food safety management systems in place to ensure that food is stored, prepared and served safely. Cleanliness, pest control, proper staff training and food traceability are fundamental requirements and are essential to protecting public health. Consumers have a right to safe food and food businesses have a legal responsibility to ensure the food they provide to consumers is safe to eat.”
“We strongly encourage food businesses to continuously improve their food safety standards via regular training, availing of our free online learning portal, as well as promoting a strong culture of food safety within their businesses."
