The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has suspended the food business operations of a food manufacturing unit by Ever Dragon Foodstuff (located at 3020 Ubi Avenue 2, #01-143, Singapore 408896) with effect from 15 June 2022 until further notice.
2 On 15 June 2022, during an inspection of the said premises, severe pest infestation (live and dead cockroaches, rodent activity and decomposed rodent) was observed at the processing area and mezzanine level. In addition, several lapses related to poor maintenance of the premises were observed.
3 In the interest of public health, SFA directed the licensee to rectify the lapses and take necessary measures to improve the cleanliness of its premises.
As a precautionary measure, SFA also directed the licensee to recall the ‘you tiao’ products that have been distributed to various food stalls.
4 Food safety is a joint responsibility as food can be contaminated anywhere along the food chain. While SFA continues to be vigilant and works to ensure that regulatory measures are in place and properly enforced, the industry and consumers must also play their part.
5 All food operators should ensure that their premises are clean and well-maintained, and staff are adequately trained on proper food safety management.
SFA will take enforcement action against food operators who do not adhere to regulations or comply with food hygiene and food safety requirements. Offenders are liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or to both.
6 Members of the public who come across poor hygiene practices in food establishments are advised not to patronise them and provide feedback via our online feedback form (www.sfa.gov.sg/feedback) with details for our follow-up investigations.
Issued by SFA
15 Jun 2022
Read the Original SFA Media Release HERE.
