HEALTH DEPARTMENT | ||
FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY DIVISION | ||
NO | QUESTION | ANSWER |
1 | How long is the validity period of Ty2 injection? | 3 Years. |
2 | Where can food handlers get Ty2 injections? | At any Government or Private Clinic that provides services. |
3 | Where can the Basic Food Handling Course be found? | At any agency that provides services. |
4 | How long is the validity period of the basic food handler course? | Courses attended after 2009 are valid for life. |
5 | If the food premises are closed, where should the Basic Food Handling Course be attended? | Agencies appointed by MBSJ according to designated zones. |
6 | How many points does the closed food premises have? | Below 65 which indicates unsatisfactory cleanliness of the premises. |
7 | How long will the food premises be closed for? | Minimum 3 days, maximum 14 days. Applications to reopen closed premises must be made in writing to the MBSJ Health Department. |
8 | How are premises rated in the Categorization System? | It is assessed based on aspects of food handling and safety, food handler hygiene, premises cleanliness, and premises structure. |
9 | How are category designations given? | A ‑ 90-100, B ‑ 80 ‑ 89, C ‑ 66-79, D ‑ 0-65 |
10 | What does a premise owner need to do if they get category B & C? | Operators can apply for re-inspection to be upgraded to a higher category and must comply with the Food Premises Cleaning Notice given. |
11 | Do premises owners need to carry out pest control for cockroaches, flies and rats? | Yes, food shop/restaurant operators must be free from animal infestations and disease-carrying insects and must not keep or allow pets such as dogs, cats, etc. to roam the premises. |
12 | What is meant by the cleanliness of the kitchen space? | The floor and kitchen should always be clean and dry, the table surface for food preparation should always be dry, clean & suitable, have a well-maintained chimney and grease trap. |
13 | What is meant by perfect solid waste management? | Businesses need to provide perfect trash cans (with lids and plastic), suitable and sufficient according to the needs of the type of business. |
14 | How is the condition of the storeroom of a good premise? | Shelves should be at least 20cm from the floor, food items should be arranged neatly & cleanly and no chemicals & detergents should be placed. |
15 | Can I place chairs/tables/stalls on the sidewalk of the premises? | Yes, provided that you must obtain a temporary permit from MBSJ. The permit application can be obtained by obtaining an application form at Counter I and submitting the application at the MBSJ Integrated Counter, then the application will be reviewed by the Licensing Department for approval. |
16 | Can washing and food preparation activities be carried out in the back alley / any sidewalk of the premises? | Absolutely not. |
17 | What are the requirements that must be met to run a food premises business? | All criteria for food premises businesses are contained in the Guidelines for Food Premises which can be obtained at the Integrated Counter, MBSJ Building for RM10.00. |
VECTOR DIVISION | ||
NO | QUESTION | ANSWER |
1 | What activities are carried out by this unit? | This unit carries out Aedes Breeding Inspection (ABI) and fogging activities in schools, exhibitions and talks on health, public toilet inspections and other programs at the Health Department. |
2 | How to get fumigation spray services at schools? | Requests for this activity can be made by contacting the MBSJ Health Department at 03-80237595.Extension 131 or via email to the MBSJ website or in writing and addressed to the Director of the Health Department, Subang Jaya City Council, Persiaran Perpaduan USJ 5, 47610 Subang Jaya, Selangor. |
3 | What action will the MPSJ take if there is a case of infectious diseases transmitted through food, water and air? | The case will be reported to the Petaling District Health Office for further action. |
4 | When is fumigation carried out at schools? | This activity is usually done between 6.30 pm and 7.30 pm. |
5 | What is the difference between Dengue Fever and Chikungunya Fever? | The difference is in terms of symptoms. Dengue fever is a prolonged fever while Chikungunya fever is a prolonged fever and severe joint pain to the point of being unable to walk. |
6 | Is there a fee charged for fogging activities by MBSJ? | No. The service is free of charge. |
7 | Will applications for fogging be processed by MBSJ? | Depending on the current case and the Aedes study conducted. |
8 | Why does favoritism occur when Aedes inspections are conducted at residential premises? | There is no favoritism. It is possible that the premises inspected are occupied and those not inspected are unoccupied/vacant. However, follow-up visits will be made. |
9 | How to identify officers from the MBSJ Health Department? | Every officer appointed in writing and represented with an authority card. Any doubts regarding the identity of the officer can be identified by presenting the authority card and confirming via telephone call to the Health Department. |
10 | Why was MBSJ slow to take action until a death occurred? | The death was confirmed by the hospital. |
11 | Can the council provide fogging services at business premises, warehouses, offices and factories? | No, unless there is a case of dengue fever that has been legally reported by the authorities. For business premises, you must appoint your own pest control. |
12 | What are reasonable times for an activity to be carried out by the Health Department, such as public holidays and at night? | The permitted hours for carrying out any vector control activities are from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm. |
13 | Are the chemicals used during fogging hazardous to public health? | The chemicals used by MBSJ have been approved by the Ministry of Health Malaysia. |
14 | Has the MBSJ issued closure orders to any premises that breed larvae? | Yes, the power provision under Section 8, Destruction of Disease-Carrying Insects Act 1975 (Amendment 2000). |
15 | How to identify private contractors who legally carry out fogging and ask for payment from residents? | Verification can be made with the MBSJ Health Department. |
16 | How long is the required time for the closure of premises? | For 14 days unless all requirements and conditions in the notice have been complied with. |
17 | Why is it necessary to spray fogging in the house? | Makes a huge impact in dengue fever control by killing adult mosquitoes carrying the virus that are feared to still be in the house. |
18 | Can Aedes mosquitoes breed in drains? | Depending on the flow of drain water and the quality of the drain water, Aedes mosquitoes can breed in clear water. |
19 | The compounding of the offense of breeding Aedes larvae cannot be reduced. | i The mistake of breeding Aedes larvae can cause dengue fever outbreaks and death. ii It is MBSJ's policy not to reduce the compound for this type of offense. |
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH UNIT | ||
NO | QUESTION | ANSWER |
1 | How to get exhibition and lecture services? | Requests for this activity can be made by making a written application to the Health Department or through the Population Representative Council (MPP). |
2 | How to get abate (larvae poison)? | Abate can be obtained free of charge through programs and exhibitions organized by the Health Department, MBSJ. In addition, through a letter addressed to the Health Department, MBSJ or through the Residents' Representative Council (MPP) and schools. In addition, abate can also be obtained through the Petaling District Health Office free of charge for personal use. Abate can also be purchased at hardware stores. |
DISRUPTION SECTION | ||
NO | QUESTION | ANSWER |
1 | How many dogs can be kept in a house? | Refer to the brochure based on the area |
2 | If a dog's badge is lost, what should be done? | Badges can be replaced for a fee of RM10.00 provided that: •The owner can submit any relevant documents as evidence, for example a payment receipt or Dog License Certificate. •Review in the IRMS/IFMS System to verify the owner's name and address based on the identity card. |
3 | If my dog is lost or captured by MBSJ, where is it kept? | a) The dog was kept for 3 days before being destroyed. |
4 | Is this health vaccination certificate compliant or still valid? | Types of annual injections: |
5 | What types of dogs can and cannot I keep in the MBSJ area? | Please refer to the MBSJ website for the relevant list. |
6 | Do small dogs need to have a license? | Yes. The MBSJ Dog Licensing By-Laws 2007 state that all types of dogs must be licensed without exception. |
7 | Offences under the MBSJ Dog Licensing By-Laws 2007 | Example: a) The dog does not have a license I was given a compound for offenses a, b, c, d, e. I appealed but the appeal was rejected. The person subject to the compound must pay the prescribed compound amount if the appeal is rejected by the officer. |
8 | I don't want to pay the compound? | Every unpaid compound will be registered as a case in court. |
9 | If a new dog owner moves from another PBT and still has a dog license from that PBT, is it necessary to apply for an MPSJ dog license? | Yes. Dog License is based on the address of the dog owner's residential premises. Therefore, the owner needs to reapply. However, a valid vaccination certificate can be used. |
10 | When can I apply for a dog license for the following year? | Every December 1 for the previous year. |
11 | When does a dog license expire? | According to the provisions of the MBSJ Dog Licensing and Dog Breeding House By-Laws 2007, dog licenses expire on 31 December of each year. |
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