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ABU DHABI, 9th June, 2023 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, ADAFSA, has embarked on a major initiative to install ‘Zadna Rated’ stickers on the exterior of 6,900 food establishments in the emirate of Abu Dhabi . These labels allow the public to conveniently obtain an assessment of a business’ food safety level by scanning the QR code printed on the label.
The main objectives are to establish high quality standards and enhance the well-being of residents, while positioning Abu Dhabi as a preeminent tourist destination.
Compliance Assessment Mechanism
The installation of the “Zadna Rating” sticker will cover 6,900 food establishments, including restaurants, cafes, bakeries and catering establishments. The entire process is expected to be completed by the end of August this year.
The ‘Zadna Rating’ initiative has been launched as an electronic platform providing all Abu Dhabi residents, tourists and visitors the ability to review food business compliance assessments. It aims to improve their dining experience at restaurants, cafes and bakeries in the emirate. Access to the platform can be gained by going directly to the e-app, downloading a dedicated app or viewing the assessment sticker displayed on the front of the food establishment.
The Zadna Ratings allow the public to view evaluations of food businesses based on their level of food safety compliance. In addition, it carried out a separate assessment of institutional participation in the Abu Dhabi Public Health Center’s Sehhi programme. These measures are aimed at strengthening the Emirate of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to provide safe and healthy food to the public, and to encourage and incentivize food businesses to improve and develop their performance and increase the level of food safety in the emirate.
transparent system
In addition, the introduction of the “Zadna Rating” increases consumer confidence in the Authority’s control procedures, increases transparency in the presentation of inspection results and motivates food businesses to strive for excellence. These positive developments help create a more flexible and innovative environment for economic activity.
The Zadna Rating for restaurants, cafes, bakeries and catering companies is made up of two separate assessments, which are combined into a composite rating for food businesses, for each business. The first assessment examines the level of food safety and compliance with food safety requirements and regulations in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi based on the results of routine visits arranged as part of the annual inspection program implemented by ADAFSA.
ADAFSA defines a business’ level of compliance, ranging from “excellent” and “very good” to “good” and “needs improvement.” Evaluation criteria for food establishments include aspects such as design and structure, equipment and waste handling facilities, hygiene of food handlers, food handling and temperature-controlled areas, and food safety management systems, documentation and records.
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