Hazard Database
Hazard detail
| Food Type : | Shellfish |
| Description : | Commonly contains allergens |
| Hazard: | Biological -- Virus -- Hepatitis A |
| Source: | Human faeces are the major reservoir. Contaminated bivalve shellfish from growing waters |
| Justification: | Microbial Pathogen Data Sheet |
| Control Measure: | Ensure shellfish are harvested from approved shellfish gathering waters. Follow processing guidelines in Microbial Pathogen Data sheet. Avoid direct handling of food by infected food handlers. |
| Reference: | Shellfish collection |
| Last Updated: | 4/02/2019 |