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HEALTH INSPECTIONS TARGET BODRUM'S FOOD RETAILERS
26.12.2024
Over 100 Food Retailers Examined, 12 Penalized for Violations
Bodrum Municipality’s Zoning and Inspection Teams have ramped up their efforts to ensure public health by conducting detailed inspections of butcher shops, fishmongers and supermarkets across the district.
The inspections, carried out by the Zoning Department, focused on meat and fish counters as well as storage facilities. Municipal officials meticulously examined various aspects, including the expiration dates of products, price tags, and compliance with official tariff regulations. Particular attention was given to the presence of authorized slaughterhouse stamps, product preservation conditions and any irregularities in color or odor.
To safeguard access to healthy food, inspectors ensured that these establishments met high standards of hygiene and compliance. As part of this initiative, a total of 111 businesses were inspected. Violations were found in 12 establishments, which led to fines being issued in accordance with applicable laws. Moreover, expired or spoiled products, such as red meat and fish, were confiscated for destruction under proper supervision.
Officials from the Bodrum Municipality’s Zoning Department emphasized their commitment to conducting planned inspections across various business sectors throughout the year. They urged residents to report any potential public health threats to the Zoning Department via the hotline at 444 00 48.
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