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Beetle in Chocolate Nut Sundae. The sundae had a beetle embedded in
it and on inspection of the retail premises it was found that there was an
infestation of steam flies in a wooden cabinet which is used for serving
the sundaes. The proprietor was given firm instructions to dismantle this
cabinet regularly in order to execute proper cleansing and disinfestation.
Drawing Pin in Danish Pastry. This seemed to be an isolated case of
mischance as the bakery, upon examination, proved to be very clean and
hygienic,, The staff were informed of the incident and advised to keep a
greater scrutiny during production.
Raisin Bran Flakes out of condition. It appeared that in this case
the packet was sold some time after its shelf life had expired. The Manager
of the store took the matter very seriously and gave strict instructions to
make a close check on existing stocky and to see that no further lapses of
stock rotation took place.
Earwig in Pork Luncheon Meat. The manufacturers were at a complete
loss to explain the presence of this insect and could only offer assurances
that they would do all in their power to prevent a repetition.
String in Sultana Cakes. The manufacturers could not explain the
presence of the string and could only assume that the material, which was a
sack tie, had somehow become attached at the moulding stage. Electronic
detectors which were in use do not indicate the presence of this type of
foreign body.
Bristle in Healthvita. The bristle was identified as coming from
one of the cleaning brushes used at the manufacturer's plant. They are
endeavouring to find an improved type of brush from which the bristles
are less easily detached.
Muscatels out of Condition. These were confirmed to be old stock
and the extensive white deposit on the raisins was fruit sugar,, A sign
was displayed 'both on the shop window and beside the display warning
customers of this.
Foreign Matter in Milk Bottles. Three complaints were received
and related respectively to a mouldy substance at the bottom of a bottle,
reddish-brown matter subsequently identified as an iron rust stain, and
sand and cement.
In all eases the bottles had escaped scrutiny at the filling plant.
It is fortunate, however, that the method of cleaning bottles prior to
filling ensures that the bottles are sterile,, The presence of foreign
matter is to be deprecated and the suppliers are anxious, as far as is
practicable, to reduce the risk of such occurrences.