Charge laid for operating an unlicensed seafood business

PrimeSafe has charged a Noble Park resident with operating a seafood business without holding a current and valid seafood safety licence following the execution of a search warrant in September last year.

PrimeSafe alleges the person transported and sold more than a tonne of abalone for human consumption without being licensed under the Seafood Safety Act 2003.

The Seafood Safety Act requires all sectors of the seafood supply chain – including those who supply and transport seafood for human consumption – to manage food safety risks in accordance with the relevant standards.

PrimeSafe Chief Executive Officer Michael Coffey said:

“Licensing seafood businesses and monitoring their compliance with food safety requirements is critical to ensure that seafood remains safe to eat. This prosecution sends a clear message that PrimeSafe will hold to account those who operate meat or seafood businesses unlawfully.”

Anyone with information about non-compliant meat or seafood processing and sale should contact PrimeSafe at info@primesafe.vic.gov.au

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