
The FSA states that if E-coli is
consumed, even in low doses, the bacteria can cause serious illness and even death.
Even if the sufferer recovers from infection, some cases are left with
permanent kidney or brain damage. It is thus extremely important for commercial
and professional caterers to take all the steps necessary to ensure the highest
standards of hygiene are reached. One of the most effective ways to do this is
through the control of cross contamination between raw and ready to eat foods,
which the FSA states will also help control and reduce the risk of other
foodborne bacteria, such as Salmonella.
FSA Recommendation
For more information regarding the new food safety legislation, visit the Food Standards Agency guidelines.

By Tamara Cmiljic
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