Gauteng butcheries caught selling expired meat
During the visit, Mazibuko and Lesufi made sure social distancing was adhered to in stores and masks were worn.
“Health inspectors from Emfuleni assisted in that regard to check that the meat portions were in line with the required health and safety standards.
“They immediately disposed of the meat products, but no fines were issued since they don’t have the authority to fine – only metros are authorised to do so,” Morwane said.
Expired meat and oil
Expired cooking oil was also found on shelves at Roots Butchery as well as expired meat products at Pick ‘n Pay.
The department said law enforcement authorities attended to various cases of expired food products in stores across the province.
The stores were not shut down or fined, but were issued with warnings.
“It is a cause for concern that shop owners are taking advantage of shoppers. The health of our citizens has been compromised for too long.
“There is a need to inspect these stores regularly, to ensure compliance with the Covid-19 lockdown regulations and the required health standards,” Morwane said.
