18
Nov
SUBJECT: Morrison Spanish Chorizo ring recalled due to microbial contamination
Products Recalled: Morrisons Spanish Chorizo Ring, available in 200gm pack with a best before date of 08 December 2023, has been recalled by Morrisons due to the presence of Salmonella.
Problem:
- A voluntary product recall of Morrisons Spanish Chorizo Ring has been initiated by Morrisons on 15 September 2023 due to the presence of Salmonella. Salmonella causes foodborne illness if consumed
- A point of notice has been issued, which educates consumers about why the product is being recalled and what they should do if they purchased it [1].
Scientific Evidence:
- Salmonella is one of the most often identified foodborne bacteria, often found in food animals like poultry and cattle. The bacterium is disseminated by consuming uncooked animal products.
- The symptoms of Salmonella infection in humans include diarrhoea, fever, stomach cramps, chills, headache, nausea, or vomiting.
- In severe cases, the bacterium can cause bacteremia that result in high fever and septic shock [2].
What Regulations Clarify:
- Work locations, surfaces, and equipment used for raw and ready-to-eat food must be appropriately segregated.
- Avoid cross-contamination by:
- Chopping boards, work surfaces, and equipment should be cleaned and disinfected thoroughly before and after use to prepare raw food.
- For raw meat/poultry and ready-to-eat food products, it is advisable to use separate equipment, including chopping boards and blades) for raw meat/poultry and ready-to-eat food unless it can be heat disinfected in a professional dishwasher, for example.
- Food manufacturers must ensure hand hygiene before preparing food products and touching raw food. Separate equipment and packaging must be used for raw and ready to eat food.
- Separate cleaning products, such as rags, sponges, and mops, should be used in areas where ready-to-eat meals are stored, handled, and processed.
- Employees must be trained on maintaining hygiene and preventing cross-contamination [3].