Enforcement team of Punjab Food Authority on the directions of Director General Punjab Food Authority Syed Musa Raza, carried out an operation in Sheikh Colony, Lahore against a snacks manufacturing unit. During the inspection, factory was sealed and a heavy fine was imposed for serious violations of food safety laws.
PFA seals substandard snacks factory, imposes heavy fine
LAHORE, Jun 03 (APP): Enforcement team of Punjab Food Authority on the directions of Director General Punjab Food Authority Syed Musa Raza, carried out an operation in Sheikh Colony, Lahore against a snacks manufacturing unit. During the inspection, factory was sealed and a heavy fine was imposed for serious violations of food safety laws.
Food safety teams found that nimko and other snacks were being prepared using dirty, repeatedly used cooking oil and substandard raw materials. Business was operating without obtaining a valid Punjab Food Authority licence. Raw materials and finished products were found placed directly on the floor without proper covering, posing a serious risk of contamination.
DG PFA said that teams also observed poor sanitation arrangements, the presence of flies and insects, improper storage practices, the use of rusted utensils and food preparation on oil-contaminated floors. Mandatory records, including employees’ medical certificates and food safety training certificates, were not available at the premises.
He said that the substandard snacks were being packed in attractive packaging and intended for supply to Lahore’s wholesale markets. He said that continuous operations are underway against elements endangering public health and strict action is being taken against food businesses violating food laws.
He further stated that vigilance and food safety teams remain fully active to eliminate all forms of food fraud and adulteration. DG PFA stated that businesses failing to comply with food safety regulations will not be allowed to operate under any circumstances.
