Table 4 Food safety perceptions on Fish
Production | Processing (Handling, storage, packaging) | Health risk | |
|---|---|---|---|
Fish | - Unverified sources, including whether fish was imported or produced locally; - If imported, the consumer perception is that the product may be genetically modified, and referred to as “plastic fish” hence not safe | - Handling practices: e.g. deep frying -the oil may be recycled and hence not safe; - Most fish is sold by roadside vendors where hygiene and cleanliness is seen as a key concern | -“Plastic fish” may have negative effects on health; - Fish cooked with recycled oil/ fish that is not fresh may cause health problems |