Collaborative Effort Enhances Food Safety Monitoring in Lautoka

The Lautoka City Council’s Health department and the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) have embarked on a joint surveillance and monitoring campaign of local supermarkets to ensure the safety and suitability of food products. This comprehensive initiative, launched yesterday, is designed to create awareness and safeguard the quality of food items during the upcoming festive season and beyond.

In a proactive move, eight supermarkets within the Lautoka area have undergone meticulous inspections, with the aim of maintaining the highest standards of food safety. Any supermarkets found operating under unsanitary conditions will receive abatement notices, as stipulated under the Food Safety Act of 2003.

Moreover, these collaborative efforts extend beyond mere inspections. Supermarkets have also been alerted to any additional violations, and food products deemed unfit for human consumption have been promptly condemned for destruction, ensuring the well-being of consumers.

The initiative commenced following a comprehensive briefing by both the Lautoka City Council’s Health department and the FCCC, reflecting their shared commitment to safeguarding public health. The joint surveillance and monitoring campaign will be an ongoing effort, extending into the coming months.