Suspected food poisoning alert (14/09/2026)
Regarding one suspected food poisoning cluster announced by the Centre for Health Protection(CHP) on 12 September, the Centre for Food Safety has conducted a preliminary investigation and has the following recommendations for food premises' reference:
| Food poisoning cases |
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The cluster involved 37 students, comprising 23 males and 14 females, aged 5 to 11, and two staff members of the school, aged 34 and 38
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| Suspected incriminated food item |
Marinated chicken leg and penne
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Possible association
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| Advice |
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Cook food thoroughly the core temperature of the food should reach at least 75°C for 30 seconds) and serve cooked food as soon as possible, or keep the food at above 60°C if it is not consumed immediately.
- Plan the production schedule to avoid too early production before serving and prolonged storage of food at room temperature.
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Pre-cooked food subjected to cold storage should be cooled from 60°C to 20°C within 2 hours; and from 20°C to 4°C inside a chiller within the next 4 hours.
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Keep hot food at above 60°C and cold food at 4°C or below.
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Ensure that staff maintain good personal hygiene and that their utensils, equipment and working area are cleaned and disinfected regularly.
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It is necessary to strengthen the training on food safety, environment and personal hygiene of management personnel and food handlers.
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Further information
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Food business can refer to "A Practical Guide for Ensuring Food Safety in Schools and Childcare Facilities"
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Centre for Food Safety
14/09/2026