An EHO can visit a food premise at any time during work to inspect a premise and can inspect areas/ processes such as
- Structure
- Facilities and Equipment
- Pest Control
- Personal Hygiene
- Cleaning
- Operational Hygiene
- Temperature Control
- Process Control
- Food Safety System
- Details of products and menus.
- Staff rosters and medical records
- Suppliers, delivery details and other related records
- Sampling system and sampling records
- Training Records
In case of an incidence of food poisoning or a consumer complaint, an EHO shall verify the premises and operational records as listed above.
If convicted in a food safety offence, a fine not exceeding € 5000 and or imprisonment not exceeding 3 months can be imposed on the offender.