The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said it will be taking action against a Yishun food stall after a video of bird pecking on meat went viral.
SFA spokesman further stated that they were taking enforcement action for a lapses in hygiene detected.
“We have directed the operator to store all meat in the chiller or other covered receptacles to prevent contamination by pests and birds,” the spokesman said.
Lian Huat Roasted Delights responded in their Facebook page on May 4.
“As seen on the video, there were a total of 8 pieces of pork affected and we threw all of them away as it cannot be used anymore,” it said.
“SFA personnel [have come] down and we have [co-operated] with them regarding this situation as well as raising our stall’s [cleanliness] level.
“We have also put up netting on the grills to prevent such similar case[s] from happening again.
“Rest assured that we will maintain good hygiene and cleanliness in order to serve our customers better.”