.SINGAPORE– An event caterer was fined $10,000 on Dec 11 for a number of food safety and security lapses after 83 individuals that ate meals prepared on its own grounds fell victim to food poisoning.The Department of Health (MOH) and also Singapore Meals Agency (SFA) acquired reports in April 2023 of gastroenteritis coming from individuals who ate food items prepared through SFA-licensed catering service Masakan Shaik Sabri.No one was hospitalised, said SFA in a claim on Dec 11.A shared inspection by MOH and also SFA at the food caterer’s properties in Bedok discovered a roach infestation at the food preparation location, dirty areas and unsatisfactory housekeeping.SFA suspended Masakan Shaik Sabri’s meals service procedure coming from May 4, 2023, to June 22, 2023, in the interest of hygienics.SFA directed the food caterer to deal with the hygiene and also improve the sanitation of its grounds. The caterer was also inquired to dispose of all ready-to-eat food items, prepared substances, subject to spoiling meals things as well as more advanced food.All food drivers need to follow proper food cleanliness as well as meals safety requirements, mentioned SFA.