News
08-Feb-2011
DISHCLOTHS, chopping boards and kitchen surfaces in Sydney cafes and restaurants will be tested for bacteria after a secret council audit revealed that 70 per cent of dining areas were contaminated.
Under the new program to begin next year -- a first for Australia -- City of Sydney health inspectors will conduct random swabs of food preparation areas.
Random samples will be taken from 3000 inner-city cafes and other food premises.
The swabs will be tested for salmonella and staphylococcus aureus, which can contribute to food poisoning.
Restaurants and cafes found to have elevated levels under the new testing regime will be reinspected, with staff to be given advice and training on hygiene practices.
Premises continually returning elevated readings will be issued with a warning notice and fine and the business named and shamed on the NSW Food Authority's website.
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Under the new program to begin next year -- a first for Australia -- City of Sydney health inspectors will conduct random swabs of food preparation areas.
Random samples will be taken from 3000 inner-city cafes and other food premises.
The swabs will be tested for salmonella and staphylococcus aureus, which can contribute to food poisoning.
Restaurants and cafes found to have elevated levels under the new testing regime will be reinspected, with staff to be given advice and training on hygiene practices.
Premises continually returning elevated readings will be issued with a warning notice and fine and the business named and shamed on the NSW Food Authority's website.
Read more