FSSAI reminds food businesses to avoid rusty or damaged tools
India
Heads up if you're in the food business: FSSAI just reminded everyone to use only food-safe, corrosion-resistant knives and cutting tools.
Turns out, certain food businesses were using damaged or rusty equipment, which can seriously mess with food safety by causing contamination.
Using damaged tools breaks hygiene rules set back in 2011.
State food safety teams intensify inspections
FSSAI says all equipment needs regular cleaning and sanitizing, and anything worn out should be swapped out promptly.
If businesses ignore these guidelines, they could face legal action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
State food safety teams are now stepping up inspections to make sure everyone's playing by the rules.