Food Handling Practices and Safe Food Provision by Unclassified Restaurants in Nairobi City County
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Date
2023-12
Authors
Musakala, Doreen Ikala
Wandolo, Monica Akinyi
Maranga, Vincent Nyamari
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AJOEI
Abstract
Purpose of the Study: To investigate the impact of food handling practices on safe food
provision in unclassified restaurants in Nairobi city county.
Statement of Problem: Food safety is a major public health concern globally. In Nairobi,
Kenya, informal eateries are often linked to food poisoning and diarrhea due to poor safety
practices, highlighting the need for a thorough examination of food handling in these
establishments.
Methodology: The study employed a mixed method approach, targeting 124 unclassified
restaurants in Nairobi. Data was collected from 189 participants across 40 selected restaurants
using questionnaires, interviews, and observation checklists. Ethical procedures, including
research clearance and participant consent, were strictly adhered to.
Results: The study found that while most respondents generally followed personal hygiene
practices (handwashing, glove use, cleanliness), issues like improper dress code and mixing of
food items during preparation were observed. Most restaurants had essential hygiene items but
lacked adequate water points for handwashing. Chi-square tests showed a significant
relationship between food handling practices and safe food provision, rejecting the null
hypothesis of no significant relationship.
Conclusion: The study concluded that food handling practices significantly affect the
provision of safe food in unclassified restaurants in Nairobi, with proper handling being critical
from preparation to serving.
Recommendations: The study recommends that the government should enforce licensing,
audits, and hygiene inspections for all restaurants, including unclassified ones, to ensure
adherence to food safety standards.
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Musakala, D. I., Wandolo , M. A., & Maranga, V. N. (2023). FOOD HANDLING PRACTICES AND SAFE FOOD PROVISION BY UNCLASSIFIED RESTAURANTS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY. African Journal of Emerging Issues, 5(17), 210 - 224. Retrieved from https://ajoeijournals.org/sys/index.php/ajoei/article/view/524