Advice for Caterers on Salmonella spp. and Eggs
Wednesday, 5 May 2010
Salmonellosis is a serious type of food poisoning caused by salmonellae bacteria. Symptoms usually include diarrhoea, fever, vomiting and abdominal cramps, but in severe cases it can be fatal. A number of food poisoning outbreaks caused by Salmonella spp. in catering establishments have been associated with the consumption of fresh shell eggs and products made from fresh eggs.
Caterers have a duty of care to their customers and a responsibility to ensure the food being served is safe to eat.
In the interest of consumer protection, caterers are recommended to source the safest eggs available for their customers and adhere to the advice contained in the Factsheet: Salmonella spp. and Eggs .