With the cost of living soaring higher than ever, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the quality of the products they purchase.

Beyond meeting our needs and preferences, the items we buy must be worth the money we spend and most importantly, free from any potential contaminants.

Contamination in food products, in particular, can result in severe health consequences.

So, it is of utmost importance that the products we choose to bring into our homes meet the highest quality standards to protect our well-being.

Speaking of food safety, a Woolworths customer has recently sparked controversy on social media after expressing concern about the display of fruit alongside raw meat at her local store in the ACT.

The shopper raised her concerns over the meat display in her local Woolworths store. Credit: Facebook.

Taking her complaint to Facebook, the customer posted a photo displaying fruit being sold in the chilled meat section.

The picture also revealed one package of green grapes with an open lid, and the fruit appeared to overflow onto a pack of nearby steak.

The customer expressed concern in her post, stating that displaying fresh fruit alongside meat products posed a food safety risk.

‘Food poisoning on sale at Woolies Erindale, ACT,’ she wrote.

‘Apparently, it’s fine because “the pre-packaged meat is sealed”.’

The post sparked a heated discussion on Facebook, with many users defending the store's display.

One user commented: ‘It sounds like she carries a separate trolley for pre-packaged meat to prevent any contamination while shopping.’

‘She probably has a separate fridge for her groceries at home,’ another wrote.

A third chimed in: ‘I take it that you wander the shops with one trolley for meat and a totally separate one for everything else.’

‘Do you have them in different areas of the car too? Perhaps the meat on the back seat and everything else in the boot “just in case?”.’

The consumer was alarmed to see open bags of grapes placed next to packages of raw chicken and meat. Credit: Facebook.

Others pointed out that the meat was appropriately packaged and sealed, implying that the likelihood of contamination by the nearby fruits was extremely low.

‘Lucky the meat is sealed in plastic and people should always wash fruit and veg before consuming,’ one sarcastically wrote.

Another questioned: ‘How can you get food poisoning from stuff that is sealed?’

However, some agreed that the issue was a concern, with one user writing: ‘This would be a fail if it was a food safety inspection.’

‘The grapes possibly would be, the rest wouldn’t,’ another speculated.

An infographic showing the ‘roadmap’ that most retailers follow to ensure the safety of meat products. Credit: Seniors Discount Club.

In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.

The risk of cross-contamination should always be taken seriously, particularly with raw meat, which can carry harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products to ensure the safety of customers.

Key Takeaways

• A Woolworths customer sparked controversy after expressing concern about the display of discounted grapes alongside raw meat and whole chickens at her local store.
• The post prompted a heated discussion among social media users, with some defending the store's display and others taking the customer's concern more seriously.
• In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.
• It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products and for customers to practice good food hygiene to ensure food safety.

Customers also have a responsibility to practice good food hygiene, such as washing their hands before handling food and ensuring that meat products are stored at the correct temperature.

While some social media users may have dismissed the shopper's concerns, it is always important to take food safety seriously.

Cross-contamination can have serious consequences for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly, who are more susceptible to foodborne illnesses.

What do you think about this debate, members? Do you agree with the shopper? Or do you think she’s taking the issue too far? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

 

[Daboss]

Did she inform the store that it may be a problem or just posted it straight to Facebook.
Found that instant gratification of being in print sometimes stops people from thinking of the store.

 

[Lisa]

I wonder what this shopper would have done if there was no social media?? Are we turning into a bunch of maniacs trying to be the first to point out every fault, nuance first?

 

[DKH]

Did she inform the store that it may be a problem or just posted it straight to Facebook.
Found that instant gratification of being in print sometimes stops people from thinking of the store.

Your comment is so right...15 minutes of fame.

 

[DKH]

I wonder what this shopper would have done if there was no social media?? Are we turning into a bunch of maniacs trying to be the first to point out every fault, nuance first?

You are absolutely correct. Got her name up in big lights...

 

[Thecheesequeen]

Many of us have become so precious. Remember the days when everything went into the one bag and we actually walked home from the shops with it?

 

[Christine From the Hunter]

Many things come to mind. Did she report her concerns to Store Management?
And - like others asked ...... does she segregate her shopping into different trolleys? Or perhaps shop in sections - buy meat, drive home, place in fridge - Go Back for the REST??? Come on Lady. The meat is totally wrapped. In deed if that risk was there - One Lot Of Meat - would be Contaminating Another Lot of Meat

 

[Tripper]

Did she inform the store that it may be a problem or just posted it straight to Facebook.
Found that instant gratification of being in print sometimes stops people from thinking of the store.

That is my response too. Talk to the manager. In my experience they are highly motivated and very responsive. BTW locals are the people who an oops impacts.

 

[Nitwits]

With the cost of living soaring higher than ever, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the quality of the products they purchase.

Beyond meeting our needs and preferences, the items we buy must be worth the money we spend and most importantly, free from any potential contaminants.

Contamination in food products, in particular, can result in severe health consequences.

So, it is of utmost importance that the products we choose to bring into our homes meet the highest quality standards to protect our well-being.

Speaking of food safety, a Woolworths customer has recently sparked controversy on social media after expressing concern about the display of fruit alongside raw meat at her local store in the ACT.

The shopper raised her concerns over the meat display in her local Woolworths store. Credit: Facebook.

Taking her complaint to Facebook, the customer posted a photo displaying fruit being sold in the chilled meat section.

The picture also revealed one package of green grapes with an open lid, and the fruit appeared to overflow onto a pack of nearby steak.

The customer expressed concern in her post, stating that displaying fresh fruit alongside meat products posed a food safety risk.

‘Food poisoning on sale at Woolies Erindale, ACT,’ she wrote.

‘Apparently, it’s fine because “the pre-packaged meat is sealed”.’

The post sparked a heated discussion on Facebook, with many users defending the store's display.

One user commented: ‘It sounds like she carries a separate trolley for pre-packaged meat to prevent any contamination while shopping.’

‘She probably has a separate fridge for her groceries at home,’ another wrote.

A third chimed in: ‘I take it that you wander the shops with one trolley for meat and a totally separate one for everything else.’

‘Do you have them in different areas of the car too? Perhaps the meat on the back seat and everything else in the boot “just in case?”.’

The consumer was alarmed to see open bags of grapes placed next to packages of raw chicken and meat. Credit: Facebook.

Others pointed out that the meat was appropriately packaged and sealed, implying that the likelihood of contamination by the nearby fruits was extremely low.

‘Lucky the meat is sealed in plastic and people should always wash fruit and veg before consuming,’ one sarcastically wrote.

Another questioned: ‘How can you get food poisoning from stuff that is sealed?’

However, some agreed that the issue was a concern, with one user writing: ‘This would be a fail if it was a food safety inspection.’

‘The grapes possibly would be, the rest wouldn’t,’ another speculated.

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An infographic showing the ‘roadmap’ that most retailers follow to ensure the safety of meat products. Credit: Seniors Discount Club.

In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.

The risk of cross-contamination should always be taken seriously, particularly with raw meat, which can carry harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products to ensure the safety of customers.

Key Takeaways

• A Woolworths customer sparked controversy after expressing concern about the display of discounted grapes alongside raw meat and whole chickens at her local store.
• The post prompted a heated discussion among social media users, with some defending the store's display and others taking the customer's concern more seriously.
• In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.
• It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products and for customers to practice good food hygiene to ensure food safety.

Customers also have a responsibility to practice good food hygiene, such as washing their hands before handling food and ensuring that meat products are stored at the correct temperature.

While some social media users may have dismissed the shopper's concerns, it is always important to take food safety seriously.

Cross-contamination can have serious consequences for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly, who are more susceptible to foodborne illnesses.

What do you think about this debate, members? Do you agree with the shopper? Or do you think she’s taking the issue too far? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

 

[Nitwits]

I think this lady has time on her hands to make an issue like this. The important thing here is the meat is clearly marked and packaged well .No need to even make a complaint .

 

[Suzanne rose]

That is definitely food poisoning waiting to happen.

You don't cross contaminate red meat with chicken.

A big NO NO is cross contaminating cooked meat with uncooked meat.

Putting fruit and vegetables next to any kind of meat is a big No

I have chopping boards for fruit n veg I have a chopping board for red meat and chicken.

I think she actually did the right thing posting it to bring attention to those that don't know how serious cross contamination and food poisoning is.

I just hope she told the store manager about it first before posting. Too many people do post just to get reactions from people without trying to fix the actual problem , in this case it is to go straight to the store manager

 

[JayEeGeeP]

She's a pathetic attention seeker.

 

[Fat&fancy]

With the cost of living soaring higher than ever, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the quality of the products they purchase.

Beyond meeting our needs and preferences, the items we buy must be worth the money we spend and most importantly, free from any potential contaminants.

Contamination in food products, in particular, can result in severe health consequences.

So, it is of utmost importance that the products we choose to bring into our homes meet the highest quality standards to protect our well-being.

Speaking of food safety, a Woolworths customer has recently sparked controversy on social media after expressing concern about the display of fruit alongside raw meat at her local store in the ACT.

The shopper raised her concerns over the meat display in her local Woolworths store. Credit: Facebook.

Taking her complaint to Facebook, the customer posted a photo displaying fruit being sold in the chilled meat section.

The picture also revealed one package of green grapes with an open lid, and the fruit appeared to overflow onto a pack of nearby steak.

The customer expressed concern in her post, stating that displaying fresh fruit alongside meat products posed a food safety risk.

‘Food poisoning on sale at Woolies Erindale, ACT,’ she wrote.

‘Apparently, it’s fine because “the pre-packaged meat is sealed”.’

The post sparked a heated discussion on Facebook, with many users defending the store's display.

One user commented: ‘It sounds like she carries a separate trolley for pre-packaged meat to prevent any contamination while shopping.’

‘She probably has a separate fridge for her groceries at home,’ another wrote.

A third chimed in: ‘I take it that you wander the shops with one trolley for meat and a totally separate one for everything else.’

‘Do you have them in different areas of the car too? Perhaps the meat on the back seat and everything else in the boot “just in case?”.’

The consumer was alarmed to see open bags of grapes placed next to packages of raw chicken and meat. Credit: Facebook.

Others pointed out that the meat was appropriately packaged and sealed, implying that the likelihood of contamination by the nearby fruits was extremely low.

‘Lucky the meat is sealed in plastic and people should always wash fruit and veg before consuming,’ one sarcastically wrote.

Another questioned: ‘How can you get food poisoning from stuff that is sealed?’

However, some agreed that the issue was a concern, with one user writing: ‘This would be a fail if it was a food safety inspection.’

‘The grapes possibly would be, the rest wouldn’t,’ another speculated.

View attachment 14731

An infographic showing the ‘roadmap’ that most retailers follow to ensure the safety of meat products. Credit: Seniors Discount Club.

In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.

The risk of cross-contamination should always be taken seriously, particularly with raw meat, which can carry harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products to ensure the safety of customers.

Key Takeaways

• A Woolworths customer sparked controversy after expressing concern about the display of discounted grapes alongside raw meat and whole chickens at her local store.
• The post prompted a heated discussion among social media users, with some defending the store's display and others taking the customer's concern more seriously.
• In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.
• It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products and for customers to practice good food hygiene to ensure food safety.

Customers also have a responsibility to practice good food hygiene, such as washing their hands before handling food and ensuring that meat products are stored at the correct temperature.

While some social media users may have dismissed the shopper's concerns, it is always important to take food safety seriously.

Cross-contamination can have serious consequences for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly, who are more susceptible to foodborne illnesses.

What do you think about this debate, members? Do you agree with the shopper? Or do you think she’s taking the issue too far? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

With the cost of living soaring higher than ever, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the quality of the products they purchase.

Beyond meeting our needs and preferences, the items we buy must be worth the money we spend and most importantly, free from any potential contaminants.

Contamination in food products, in particular, can result in severe health consequences.

So, it is of utmost importance that the products we choose to bring into our homes meet the highest quality standards to protect our well-being.

Speaking of food safety, a Woolworths customer has recently sparked controversy on social media after expressing concern about the display of fruit alongside raw meat at her local store in the ACT.

The shopper raised her concerns over the meat display in her local Woolworths store. Credit: Facebook.

Taking her complaint to Facebook, the customer posted a photo displaying fruit being sold in the chilled meat section.

The picture also revealed one package of green grapes with an open lid, and the fruit appeared to overflow onto a pack of nearby steak.

The customer expressed concern in her post, stating that displaying fresh fruit alongside meat products posed a food safety risk.

‘Food poisoning on sale at Woolies Erindale, ACT,’ she wrote.

‘Apparently, it’s fine because “the pre-packaged meat is sealed”.’

The post sparked a heated discussion on Facebook, with many users defending the store's display.

One user commented: ‘It sounds like she carries a separate trolley for pre-packaged meat to prevent any contamination while shopping.’

‘She probably has a separate fridge for her groceries at home,’ another wrote.

A third chimed in: ‘I take it that you wander the shops with one trolley for meat and a totally separate one for everything else.’

‘Do you have them in different areas of the car too? Perhaps the meat on the back seat and everything else in the boot “just in case?”.’

The consumer was alarmed to see open bags of grapes placed next to packages of raw chicken and meat. Credit: Facebook.

Others pointed out that the meat was appropriately packaged and sealed, implying that the likelihood of contamination by the nearby fruits was extremely low.

‘Lucky the meat is sealed in plastic and people should always wash fruit and veg before consuming,’ one sarcastically wrote.

Another questioned: ‘How can you get food poisoning from stuff that is sealed?’

However, some agreed that the issue was a concern, with one user writing: ‘This would be a fail if it was a food safety inspection.’

‘The grapes possibly would be, the rest wouldn’t,’ another speculated.

View attachment 14731

An infographic showing the ‘roadmap’ that most retailers follow to ensure the safety of meat products. Credit: Seniors Discount Club.

In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.

The risk of cross-contamination should always be taken seriously, particularly with raw meat, which can carry harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products to ensure the safety of customers.

Key Takeaways

• A Woolworths customer sparked controversy after expressing concern about the display of discounted grapes alongside raw meat and whole chickens at her local store.
• The post prompted a heated discussion among social media users, with some defending the store's display and others taking the customer's concern more seriously.
• In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.
• It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products and for customers to practice good food hygiene to ensure food safety.

Customers also have a responsibility to practice good food hygiene, such as washing their hands before handling food and ensuring that meat products are stored at the correct temperature.

While some social media users may have dismissed the shopper's concerns, it is always important to take food safety seriously.

Cross-contamination can have serious consequences for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly, who are more susceptible to foodborne illnesses.

What do you think about this debate, members? Do you agree with the shopper? Or do you think she’s taking the issue too far? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

I absolutely agree with her! I have seen some meats just covered in cling wrap that had obviously had issues with the packaging leaking!
Also, as a vegetarian, I would MUCH prefer fruit and veg away from meat. To all saying does she have two separate trolleys, well that's just ridiculous! you can easily separate the two, my partner and son eat meat and its easily done. So yeah, no way do I find this acceptable!

 

[Fat&fancy]

That is definitely food poisoning waiting to happen.

You don't cross contaminate red meat with chicken.

A big NO NO is cross contaminating cooked meat with uncooked meat.

Putting fruit and vegetables next to any kind of meat is a big No

I have chopping boards for fruit n veg I have a chopping board for red meat and chicken.

I think she actually did the right thing posting it to bring attention to those that don't know how serious cross contamination and food poisoning is.

I just hope told the store manager about it first before posting. Too many people do post just to get reactions from people without trying to fix the actual problem , in this case it is to go straight to the store manager

I agree!

 

[JedCorella]

Did she inform the store that it may be a problem or just posted it straight to Facebook.
Found that instant gratification of being in print sometimes stops people from thinking of the store.

Posting it on Farcebook says it all. How many likes did I get? The people on these platforms ought to go out and get a life. Don't realise that all this social media is depressing bullshit?

 

[Geophph]

With the cost of living soaring higher than ever, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the quality of the products they purchase.

Beyond meeting our needs and preferences, the items we buy must be worth the money we spend and most importantly, free from any potential contaminants.

Contamination in food products, in particular, can result in severe health consequences.

So, it is of utmost importance that the products we choose to bring into our homes meet the highest quality standards to protect our well-being.

Speaking of food safety, a Woolworths customer has recently sparked controversy on social media after expressing concern about the display of fruit alongside raw meat at her local store in the ACT.

The shopper raised her concerns over the meat display in her local Woolworths store. Credit: Facebook.

Taking her complaint to Facebook, the customer posted a photo displaying fruit being sold in the chilled meat section.

The picture also revealed one package of green grapes with an open lid, and the fruit appeared to overflow onto a pack of nearby steak.

The customer expressed concern in her post, stating that displaying fresh fruit alongside meat products posed a food safety risk.

‘Food poisoning on sale at Woolies Erindale, ACT,’ she wrote.

‘Apparently, it’s fine because “the pre-packaged meat is sealed”.’

The post sparked a heated discussion on Facebook, with many users defending the store's display.

One user commented: ‘It sounds like she carries a separate trolley for pre-packaged meat to prevent any contamination while shopping.’

‘She probably has a separate fridge for her groceries at home,’ another wrote.

A third chimed in: ‘I take it that you wander the shops with one trolley for meat and a totally separate one for everything else.’

‘Do you have them in different areas of the car too? Perhaps the meat on the back seat and everything else in the boot “just in case?”.’

The consumer was alarmed to see open bags of grapes placed next to packages of raw chicken and meat. Credit: Facebook.

Others pointed out that the meat was appropriately packaged and sealed, implying that the likelihood of contamination by the nearby fruits was extremely low.

‘Lucky the meat is sealed in plastic and people should always wash fruit and veg before consuming,’ one sarcastically wrote.

Another questioned: ‘How can you get food poisoning from stuff that is sealed?’

However, some agreed that the issue was a concern, with one user writing: ‘This would be a fail if it was a food safety inspection.’

‘The grapes possibly would be, the rest wouldn’t,’ another speculated.

View attachment 14731

An infographic showing the ‘roadmap’ that most retailers follow to ensure the safety of meat products. Credit: Seniors Discount Club.

In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.

The risk of cross-contamination should always be taken seriously, particularly with raw meat, which can carry harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products to ensure the safety of customers.

Key Takeaways

• A Woolworths customer sparked controversy after expressing concern about the display of discounted grapes alongside raw meat and whole chickens at her local store.
• The post prompted a heated discussion among social media users, with some defending the store's display and others taking the customer's concern more seriously.
• In response to the shopper's post, a Woolies representative informed the shopper that the issue had been brought to the attention of the relevant store team.
• It is important for supermarkets to have clear guidelines and procedures in place for the storage and display of food products and for customers to practice good food hygiene to ensure food safety.

Customers also have a responsibility to practice good food hygiene, such as washing their hands before handling food and ensuring that meat products are stored at the correct temperature.

While some social media users may have dismissed the shopper's concerns, it is always important to take food safety seriously.

Cross-contamination can have serious consequences for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly, who are more susceptible to foodborne illnesses.

What do you think about this debate, members? Do you agree with the shopper? Or do you think she’s taking the issue too far? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

Perhaps she should have pointed it out to the shop's Manager rather than trying to make herself a "hero" on social media. The comments quoted in the article are appropriate

 

[JedCorella]

That is definitely food poisoning waiting to happen.

You don't cross contaminate red meat with chicken.

A big NO NO is cross contaminating cooked meat with uncooked meat.

Putting fruit and vegetables next to any kind of meat is a big No

I have chopping boards for fruit n veg I have a chopping board for red meat and chicken.

I think she actually did the right thing posting it to bring attention to those that don't know how serious cross contamination and food poisoning is.

I just hope told the store manager about it first before posting. Too many people do post just to get reactions from people without trying to fix the actual problem , in this case it is to go straight to the store manager

Being a "celebrity chef" you've obviously haven't spent much time in restaurant kitchens or you never eat out. I agree in hygiene but being a "cotton wool" person stops your body from building up its natural resistance against all sorts of germs that live in our natural environment.
The reason why we have an explosion in all sorts of allergies and ailments is because of the overuse of disinfectants. Spray everything with Glen 20. Have a look at the chemicals in this stuff and while you are at it look up what is in fly spray. Then look into compromised immunity systems.

 

[JedCorella]

I absolutely agree with her! I have seen some meats just covered in cling wrap that had obviously had issues with the packaging leaking!
Also, as a vegetarian, I would MUCH prefer fruit and veg away from meat. To all saying does she have two separate trolleys, well that's just ridiculous! you can easily separate the two, my partner and son eat meat and its easily done. So yeah, no way do I find this acceptable!

As a vegetarian have you looked into how, and how long some of your fruits and vegetables are stored and what they do to them to make them appear fresh?
My father was an industrial chemist and food technologist and used to work for some of the largest food manufacturers in Australia. What he told us and what I've seen, working as a kid, in some of those places, during my school holidays was disgusting.

 

[Fat&fancy]

As a vegetarian have you looked into how, and how long some of your fruits and vegetables are stored and what they do to them to make them appear fresh?
My father was an industrial chemist and food technologist and used to work for some of the largest food manufacturers in Australia. What he told us and what I've seen, working as a kid, in some of those places, during my school holidays was disgusting.

Yes, have some some not so good practices and that's why I try and get mine from local growers markets.

 

[Macarj]

I agree that's not right or legal