VIETNAM: Bakers getting the message on food safety - (NSW Food Authority)
July 30, 2008 – 11:52 pmA NSW Food Authority safety survey of bakery products has revealed that 1 in 4 Vietnamese-style rolls tested scored either unsatisfactory or had marginal satisfactory levels for human consumption, but overall the industry was typically meeting strict food safety guidelines.
The survey of 125 small non-supermarket bakeries was conducted over eight months by the NSW Food Authority and 40 local councils.
The good news is that out of almost 700 samples, the vast majority of products tested got the green light and were satisfactory, Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald proclaimed. Overall we had a satisfactory rating of 91.59% - so the vast majority of bakeries are doing the right thing, there are just some areas that can be improved on to ensure public safety.
For the complete news item, please visit http://www.ausfoodnews.com.au/2008/07/30/bakers-getting-the-message-on-food-safety.html
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