When setting up a food business, it goes without saying that hygiene is of the utmost importance as improperly prepared food items could lead to severe consequences, chiefly being the spreading of communicable diseases that can cause illness or even death. This aspect also applies to the storage of raw food ingredients, as well as the cleanliness of utensils and appliances used, and of the premises themselves.
Rat spotted rummaging through shelves in famous fast-food joint
According to a video circulated online by Isu Semasa Viral on Twitter, it appears that a rat was spotted in the outlet of a popular fast-food restaurant that was allegedly located at a mall in Cheras. The 36-second video showed how the rodent was running along one of the shelves that was storing bags of rice and other kitchen equipment.
Source: Twitter
Further into the clip, it can be seen that the shelves containing bags of rice was right next to plastic trays containing pre-packaged burger buns that were delivered to the restaurant. In spite of the fact that they have yet to be removed from the trays, their exposed sides meant that the rodent could easily nibble through the plastic and into the breads.
The rat then disappears from view into a large waste disposal bin placed next to the shelving units.
Source: Twitter
Following the incident, many netizens have commented on the issue highlighting the importance of maintaining and upkeeping the food hygiene standards. They have also urged local authorities to look into the matter, raising concerns over potential cross-contamination as a result of the rodent’s presence.
“Honestly, I’ve seen this multiple times at night after I finished my movie. I never expected someone to record it.”
Source: Twitter
“Those who’ve worked in the F&B industry should know that rats in general likes to eat bread. The bread would usually be put in the freezer.”
Source: Twitter
“I guess the pest control didn’t happen.”
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Some have also tagged local health authorities, hoping that they would investigate the incident.
Source: Twitter
Watch the video below:
Lagi isu kebersihan! tikus dekat Mekdi. Lokasi Mcd Aeon Cheras Selatan
📹 mdsymil pic.twitter.com/lFpVyj7gSX
— ISU SEMASA VIRAL (@isusemasaviral) February 19, 2023
Prior to this, a popular fast-food restaurant located in Kota Kemuning has been ordered to close down for deep cleaning as a consumer who was at the drive-thru queue witnessed a rat appearing at the drive-thru counter. The incident was reported on 29 January 2023, and the notice for closure was issued in early February. As of now, the fast-food joint is closed for further deep cleansing and other refurbishments.
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