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SINGAPORE : An Indian rojak stall that was linked to a food poisoning outbreak last year was poorly maintained.
This is according to a Senior Public Health Officer from the Ministry of Health (MOH), Abdul Rahman Osman, who inspected the Rojak Geylang Serai stall on April 4 last year.
In a coroner's inquiry on Tuesday, the court heard how the stall was dirty with food stains and showed signs of cockroach infestation.
The ministry also found bacteria - indicative of poor sanitary conditions - on a chopping board used to cut food items in the stall.
One of the bacteria - staphylococcus aureus - is commonly found on human skin, while the other - faecal coliform - indicates faecal cross contamination.
However, the licensee of the stall, Sheik Alauddin Mohideen, said that his outlet was cleaned with soap and water every day after closing time. He added that his staff wear gloves when they handle cooked food.
Two women died after eating rojak bought from the outlet last year - 57-year-old Aminah Samijo, who died on April 6; and 59-year-old Norani Kassim, who died on April 8.
The hearing resumes on Thursday. - CNA/ms
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