Caterer Chilli Api Ordered to Suspend Operations After Mass Food Poisoning Incident

Have you ever got ‘poisoned’ by your cooking? I have.

That was why I resorted to purchasing my meals outside.

At least, the people who are cooking my food are skilled and hygienic, right?

That is what I like to believe … until now.

Located at 3015 Bedok North Street 5 #05-26/#06-19/#06-24/#06-27/15, Shimei East Kitchen, Chilli Api Catering had a recent mass food poisoning incident that involved over 82 people.

82 People have Food Poisoning Symptoms, 14 Hospitalised

82 people reported gastroenteritis symptoms AKA Food poisoning after consuming Chilli Api Catering’s food between 10 and 12 March 2021.

14 cases are currently hospitalised. They are in stable condition.

Chilli Api Catering Suspended until Further Notice

Chilli Api Catering has been suspended from 14 March 2021 until further notice.

The licensee is required to clean and sanitise the premises, equipment and utensils.

Food Handlers and Food Hygiene Officer(s) to Re-attend and Pass Their Courses

As if getting suspended from your job is not enough, now you have to retake your exams.

All food handlers working at Chilli Api Catering premises are required to re-attend and pass the Food Safety Course Level 1. They also have to be tested negative for foodborne pathogens before they can resume work.

Appointed Food Hygiene Officer(s) to re-attend and pass WSQ Conduct Food and Beverage Hygiene Audit course before they can resume work as a Food Hygiene Officer.

Report Food Establishments with Poor Hygiene Practices

Singapore Food Agency likes to remind food operators and the public that food safety is a joint responsibility.

Food operators should observe good food and personal hygiene practices at all times. If not, firm actions will be taken against them if they are found to be in violation of the Environmental Public Health Act.

SFA ask the public not to ignore or patronise food establishments with poor hygiene practices. Instead, report these establishments to SFA via the online feedback form with details for their follow-up investigations.

Click here for SFA feedback form.

Other Suspended Eateries

Tang Tea House a popular halal Dim Sum and Fish Head Curry place was suspended for 2 weeks by SFA for not registering assistant and cockroach infestation.

Eww

All food handlers working in suspended premises will also be required to attend and pass the Basic Food Hygiene Course again before they can resume work as food handlers.

I guess it’s time for us to check the grades of your food store and make sure the sign writes ‘A’ before purchasing from them.

Featured Image: Facebook (Chilli Api Catering Pte Ltd)