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Assessment of Handling Practices of Fresh Vegetable Salads in Restaurants and Street Vendors: A Case of Mwanza City, Tanzania

Juma M. J. Magambo, Jamal B. Kussaga, Nuria Majaliwa

European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · pp. 64–77 · Published 21 Dec 2023

10.9734/ejnfs/2023/v15i121368

Abstract

Food safety is crucial for promoting public health and economic development. Food service establishments (FSE) provide a wide range of foods, including raw, mild and well-heat treated. Raw or mild-heat treated foods like fresh vegetable salads, Kachumbari, are potentially risky if not well handled. The objective of this study was to assess handling practices of operators involved in the preparation and serving of Kachumbari in various FSE in Mwanza City, Tanzania. A cross sectional study involving thirty food handlers from 10 restaurants and 20 street food vending sites was conducted in April 2023. A semi-structured questionnaire and observation checklist were used to collect data. Results indicated that 93.3% lacked formal food handling training, and 66.7% did not prioritize clean-as-you-go practices for food safety. Moreover, 53.3% felt that wearing clean clothes when handling food was not important, and only 26.6% underwent annual medical checkups. Moreover, the majority of the handlers (66.7%) demonstrated a poor understanding of food safety principles and procedures. Based on these findings, we recommend regular trainings on best handling practices among food handlers, coupled with inspections and supervision by relevant government authorities, to ensure that food prepared in FSE in Mwanza City and Tanzania as a whole is safe for human consumption.

Fresh vegetable salads handling practices Kachumbari Mwanza City Tanzania

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